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Vance-Granville Community College is where meaningful work meets real community impact. At VGCC, you’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality education that transforms lives. Your work will help open doors for students, strengthen local communities, and prepare individuals for in-demand careers. Every day offers the chance to see the direct impact of what you do. If you’re energized by purpose, collaboration, and making a difference, we invite you to apply.
Under the supervision of the Vice President of Finance and Operations, the Director of Payables, Payroll and Foundation Accounting works collaboratively with the Director of Student Accounts, Receivables and Grant Accounting to perform the duties equivalent to that of a controller. An employee in this position has primary responsibility for oversight of the preparing, maintaining, and processing of accounting records and financial transactions related to accounts payable for the Business Services Department of the College.
Salary:
VGCC considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; and internal peer equity in offer calculations.
Application review and interview scheduling may begin prior to the posted closing date. The position may be filled before the closing date; therefore, applicants are encouraged to submit materials as soon as possible for full consideration
Teleworking
The Director of Payables, Payroll and Foundation Accounting position is assigned to the VGCC Main Campus in Henderson, NC. This position is currently not eligible for telework.
The following listing of essential job duties indicates the general nature and level of work required in this job. This is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all the activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required in this job. Individuals assigned to this job may be asked to perform other duties as required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.
Essential Duties
- Maintain a system of financial accounting, reporting, and record keeping in accordance to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
- Oversee the financial accounting of accounts payable, payroll, and Foundation operations and activities of the College, including the supervision, training, and evaluation of three staff members.
- Perform the monthly 112 budget and expense verification reporting.
- Collaborate with HR, admissions, & the Director of Accounts Receivable to gather information for quarterly Foreign National reporting.
- Responsible for preparing the annual Foreign Nationals tax returns (Form 1042).
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures for key job functions in the financial accounting of accounts payable, payroll, and Foundation operations and activities of the College.
- Conduct cross-training of team members in key job functions to ensure, effective, efficient, and uninterrupted accounting service and support.
- Serve as informational resource to staff by providing technical assistance, research, and analysis in the resolution of special problems related to finance.
- Audit various duties and functions related to Accounts Payable, Payroll and the Foundation. Maintain internal control, report discrepancies, and resolve any irregularities to the NCCCS.
- Submit required escheat/abandoned property reporting to the NC State Treasurer annually.
- Assist with System Office Reports as related to payroll and accounts payable.
- Assist Vice President of Finance and Operations, as well as State Auditors, with audit and internal control requirements for the college and the Foundation.
- Prepare financial information and other fiscal reports related to payroll and accounts payable as required or requested.
- Assist Vice President of Finance and Operations with the maintenance of the general ledger.
- Assist and verify the monthly reconciliations for the Payroll Clearing, Federal, Satellite Campuses, and Merchant accounts by the Accounting Technician.
- Perform bank reconciliations for the Institutional, County, State Disbursing, and Foundation accounts monthly.
- Collaborate and assist the Purchasing Agent with the monthly reconciliation of procurement card transactions, including the preparation of check requests and journal entries as needed.
- Review and approve monthly credit card fee allocation check requests for Official Payments, Suntrust, Nelnet, and Authroize.Net.
- Oversee cash books for state, county & institution.
- Prepare and post complex journal entries or check requests to recode expenses.
- Run process to post transactions to the general ledger (PGLT).
- Review and approve all journal entries and voucher registers to ensure accurate posting to the general ledger.
- Perform state cash and payroll certification journal entries.
- Prepare and process reimbursement requests for third party vendors and grantors.
- Assist the Accounts Payable Coordinator with the annual processing of 1099 tax forms for the College, and process annual 1099 tax forms for the Foundation.
- Serve as backup to the Accounts Payable Coordinator and Accounts Payable Technician in the positive pay process for the Institutional, County, and State bank accounts.
- Reconcile the Investment and Short-Term Investment Fund (STIF) accounts for the College and the Foundation monthly.
- Review and approve Accounts Payable checks generated by the Accounting Technician & Accounts Payable Coordinator.
- Complete all necessary monthly and year-end accounts payable processes.
- Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Coordinator and Accounting Technician in the accurate and timely processing of College and Foundation accounts payable, including the verification of accounts payable runs, maintenance of W-9 forms, and the processing of employee travel reimbursements.
- Verify and post all Foundation daily cash receipts, and submit daily deposits as needed.
- Process quarterly Sales & Use Tax to the NCDOR for the Foundation and the semi-annual sales tax receivable for the Foundation.
- Create new projects and vendors in Blackbaud.
- Collaborate and assist the Foundation Office in the generating and distribution of annual contribution statements for Foundation donors.
- Collaborate with Director of Student Accounts, Receivables and Grant Accounting to reconcile grants tracked and processed through the Foundation.
- Review and approve all Accounts Payable Foundation checks generated by the Accounting Technician.
- Assist Vice President of Finance and Operations with treasury duties for the VGCC Foundation.
- Develop and maintain written operational policies and procedures addressing the accounting, financial, and gift receipting functions of the Foundation.
- Schedule and maintain pay dates in Datatel/Colleague.
- Maintain and update new bank routing numbers in Datatel/Colleague for direct deposits.
- Maintain and update payroll tax tables in Datatel/Colleague.
- Maintain, create and update benefits, deductions, vendors, and remittances for new benefits offered by Human Resources.
- Assist in preparing and submitting quarterly short-term disability reports to the N.C. Community College System Office.
- Assist in preparing, reconciling, and submitting the quarterly 941 and NC-5Q reports and payments (if necessary).
- Assist in preparing and uploading the NC retirement file in Orbit and Empower monthly.
- Supervise, oversee, and serve as a backup to the Payroll Specialist position, in all payroll processes.
- Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure the timely processing of new hires, terminations, and other changes.
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of the College's guidelines and policies regarding payroll, timeframes, payroll deductions and time sheets.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including project and committee work.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field,
- 5 to 7 years of related experience in a business office environment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions in an efficient and effective manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.
- Must be detail oriented
- Must be willing and able to learn new processes quickly
- Must be adaptable to fast paced environment
- Ability to keep information confidential and secure
- Ability to work as a team and willingness to assist with team projects
- Ability to set and adjust priorities as needed
- Strong Time Management Skills
- Must be able to work independently
Physical Demands
- Ability to frequently sit and use hands and fingers.
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 30 pounds.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in foundation director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree required, master's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field preferred
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing, grantmaking, or philanthropic program management
- Proven ability to develop and steward relationships with major donors and community stakeholders
- Experience presenting to and working directly with a board of directors or trustees
- Proficiency with donor management or grants management software such as Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or Foundant
- Strong strategic planning skills and experience managing annual budgets or endowment distributions
Tips for Your Foundation Director Job Search
Quantify your grantmaking and fundraising impact
Foundation directors are evaluated on portfolio size, funds raised, and grant outcomes. Pull concrete figures from your past roles, such as total assets managed or number of grants awarded annually, and lead with those numbers on your resume.
Tailor your resume to each foundation's mission
Community foundations, family foundations, and corporate foundations have different priorities. Align your summary and accomplishments to the specific focus area, whether that's arts, education, or public health, before you apply to each opening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists foundation director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a board relations narrative for interviews
Most foundation director roles require regular board reporting and governance work. Interviewers will probe how you've managed board relationships, so prepare two or three specific examples of board presentations, retreats, or conflicts you navigated successfully.
Request clarity on grant budget authority early
During negotiations, ask specifically about your discretionary grant budget and whether expenditure decisions require board approval. These details shape day-to-day autonomy and rarely appear in job postings, so raising them before you accept avoids surprises.
Target postings that match your sector depth
Foundations often prefer candidates with program-area experience, not just fundraising credentials. Filter openings by mission area, such as health equity or environmental grantmaking, to find roles where your subject-matter background gives you a clear advantage.
Foundation Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most foundation directors?
The companies hiring the most foundation directors right now include CHOC Children's, Baptist Health South Florida, and Marine Credit Union, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is strongest at community foundations, large hospital systems with philanthropic arms, and universities running independent endowed foundations.
How many foundation director jobs are remote?
About 57% of foundation director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it a more location-flexible role than many senior nonprofit positions. Grant strategy, donor communications, and program evaluation work tends to be most remote-compatible, while roles with heavy board engagement or community-facing grantmaking typically require more in-person presence.
How do you become a foundation director?
Most foundation directors build their path through progressively senior roles in nonprofit program management, development, or grantmaking. Start by developing deep expertise in a program area, then move into roles with grant writing or donor relations responsibility. Earning a graduate degree in nonprofit management or public administration accelerates advancement, and serving on nonprofit committees or advisory boards builds the governance fluency boards look for in director candidates.
Can you become a foundation director without direct foundation experience?
Yes, candidates from adjacent fields regularly make this transition. Strong backgrounds in nonprofit executive leadership, government grants administration, or corporate social responsibility are often considered equivalent. Highlight any experience managing budgets, overseeing programs with measurable community outcomes, or reporting to a board, and frame your application around the grantmaking or fundraising results that are most transferable to the foundation context.
What does the foundation director interview process look like?
Most foundation director searches include an initial screening call with HR or a search consultant, followed by a panel interview with senior staff, and a final round with board members or trustees. Candidates are often asked to present a strategic plan or funding philosophy as part of the final stage. The full process typically unfolds over several weeks and may include reference checks and a site visit before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to foundation director jobs?
You can find and apply to foundation director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available listings, find roles that match your background and interests, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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