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Associate Director of Finance roles are open to F-1 OPT students with degrees in finance, accounting, or a related field. Most positions require CPA progress or an MBA. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if eligible, gives employers a real runway to evaluate sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: Manager of Athletic Finance and Administration
Department: 8918|Athletics Business Office
Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer of Louisiana Athletics, the Manager of Athletic Finance and Administration will assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Athletics business unit. This position will primarily be responsible for financial planning, optimum resource allocation, efficient and effective financial reporting, budget forecasting and proper monitoring of financial processes & procedures. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, highly collaborative team player who can analyze financials, systems, and processes in an effort to drive operational performance internally and externally.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead all Intercollegiate Athletics daily fiscal functions with direct oversight of all accounting, auditing, control procedures and policies.
- Assist Deputy Director of Athletics/CFO in the gathering and compilation of data to be used in the creation of the department budget.
- Provide direct support to assigned sports and units and will work closely with respective sports and units to manage business functions.
- Monitor budget variances and prepare schedules to manage and forecast budget to actual financial results.
- Provide the Deputy Director of Athletics/CFO with reporting and analysis including executive reporting and various scorecards/performance metrics.
- Review and revise department fiscal policies and control procedures as required to comply with department, campus, conference and NCAA policies and requirements in addition to standard accounting procedures.
- Perform internal audits and monitor organizational performance and the necessary checks and balances on financial function activities to ensure controls are operating as designed.
- Track special, one-time special fund distributions from the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference to ensure expenditures are appropriate and compliant.
- Other duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
- Ability to problem-solve in an effective and positive manner, working from a solution-oriented, positive approach.
- Ability to project, organize and administer budgets, and analyze and interpret financial data.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to interact and work with a broad range of people, using tact and diplomacy.
- Must possess flexibility and versatility; able to perform in new, changing, or pressure situations; willing to try new and different methods or procedures and contribute to evolving work situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to handle several major projects simultaneously.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a variety of department and university stakeholders.
- Ability to anticipate needs and potential problems.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information regarding students and employees as required by University policy and FERPA regulations.
- Understanding of NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
- Two (2) years of directly related experience in financial management.
- Experience in reconciliation management and reporting.
- Demonstrated budget and financial reporting experience.
- Experience managing confidential and sensitive data.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Job Ad# (req4612)
Position Title: Manager of Athletic Finance and Administration
Department: 8918|Athletics Business Office
Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer of Louisiana Athletics, the Manager of Athletic Finance and Administration will assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Athletics business unit. This position will primarily be responsible for financial planning, optimum resource allocation, efficient and effective financial reporting, budget forecasting and proper monitoring of financial processes & procedures. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, highly collaborative team player who can analyze financials, systems, and processes in an effort to drive operational performance internally and externally.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead all Intercollegiate Athletics daily fiscal functions with direct oversight of all accounting, auditing, control procedures and policies.
- Assist Deputy Director of Athletics/CFO in the gathering and compilation of data to be used in the creation of the department budget.
- Provide direct support to assigned sports and units and will work closely with respective sports and units to manage business functions.
- Monitor budget variances and prepare schedules to manage and forecast budget to actual financial results.
- Provide the Deputy Director of Athletics/CFO with reporting and analysis including executive reporting and various scorecards/performance metrics.
- Review and revise department fiscal policies and control procedures as required to comply with department, campus, conference and NCAA policies and requirements in addition to standard accounting procedures.
- Perform internal audits and monitor organizational performance and the necessary checks and balances on financial function activities to ensure controls are operating as designed.
- Track special, one-time special fund distributions from the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference to ensure expenditures are appropriate and compliant.
- Other duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
- Ability to problem-solve in an effective and positive manner, working from a solution-oriented, positive approach.
- Ability to project, organize and administer budgets, and analyze and interpret financial data.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to interact and work with a broad range of people, using tact and diplomacy.
- Must possess flexibility and versatility; able to perform in new, changing, or pressure situations; willing to try new and different methods or procedures and contribute to evolving work situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to handle several major projects simultaneously.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a variety of department and university stakeholders.
- Ability to anticipate needs and potential problems.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information regarding students and employees as required by University policy and FERPA regulations.
- Understanding of NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
- Two (2) years of directly related experience in financial management.
- Experience in reconciliation management and reporting.
- Demonstrated budget and financial reporting experience.
- Experience managing confidential and sensitive data.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Job Ad# (req4612)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Associate Director Of Finance
Lead with your CPA or CFA progress
Finance leadership roles increasingly expect professional credentials. Noting your CPA exam progress or CFA candidacy signals long-term commitment to the field and makes sponsorship conversations easier for employers evaluating the investment.
Target employers with a sponsorship track record
Large corporations, private equity firms, and publicly traded companies sponsor finance roles far more consistently than small businesses. Focusing your search on these employer types improves your odds of a visa conversation reaching an offer.
Emphasize cross-border financial expertise
International finance experience, foreign currency exposure, or familiarity with IFRS alongside U.S. GAAP is genuinely valuable to multinationals. Highlighting this differentiates you from domestic candidates and gives employers a business case for hiring internationally.
Connect your degree field to the role requirements
STEM OPT extensions require a qualifying degree. Finance, accounting, and economics degrees from STEM-designated programs qualify. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO and communicate this clearly to employers who ask about authorization duration.
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Associate Director Of Finance OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Associate Director of Finance on OPT?
Yes. An Associate Director of Finance role qualifies for OPT as long as it directly relates to your degree field, typically finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related discipline. Your DSO authorizes OPT work authorization, and your employer does not need to file anything before you start, unlike H-1B sponsorship.
Does an Associate Director of Finance role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree was awarded under a STEM-designated CIP code, and the role relates to that field, you can apply for the 24-month STEM extension. Finance and accounting programs increasingly carry STEM designations, so verify your specific program's status with your DSO.
Will employers sponsor an Associate Director of Finance for an H-1B?
Many do. Finance leadership roles are well-established specialty occupations for H-1B purposes, given the degree requirements involved. Large financial services firms, Fortune 500 companies, and private equity sponsors have mature H-1B programs. Employers with prior sponsorship history are your most productive targets. Migrate Mate identifies these employers so you can focus your applications accordingly.
What degree do I need for OPT to cover an Associate Director of Finance position?
Your OPT work must be directly related to your degree field. A degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration with a finance concentration, or a closely related quantitative field will generally satisfy this requirement for an Associate Director of Finance role. If your degree is in an unrelated field, your DSO may flag a relatedness concern before authorizing OPT.
How should I address my OPT status when applying for senior finance roles?
Be direct and factual. State your current authorization type, your end date, and whether you qualify for a STEM extension. Proactively clarifying the timeline removes ambiguity for hiring managers who may not know what OPT entails. Avoid vague phrases like 'will require sponsorship eventually.' Specific, confident answers about your authorization timeline read as professional, not as a liability.