Assistant Athletics Director, Finance & Business Operations

Financial Leadership & Budget Management

·       Direct the development, management, and execution of the athletics department’s annual operating and scholarship budgets.

·       Ensure fiscal discipline across all sports and administrative units.

·       Oversee accurate scholarship allocation tracking (in-state, out-of-state, and international).

·       Lead financial forecasting using data-driven models to anticipate revenue and expense trends.

·       Provide timely and accurate financial reports to Athletics leadership, university administration, and external stakeholders.

·       Recommend corrective actions when budget deviations occur.

Procurement & P-Card Compliance

·       Oversee all procurement processes and P-Card usage within Athletics.

·       Implement and enforce compliance controls to prevent misuse and over-expenditure.

·       Ensure transactions are properly documented, audited, and aligned with university policies.

Collaboration & Institutional Compliance

·       Serve as the primary liaison to university budget & finance offices including procurement, general accounting, and budget.

·       Serve as the secondary liaison to Human Resources, with primary responsibility for employment-related financial matters (salaries, wages, benefits, and associated costs).

·       Ensure compliance with NCAA, institutional, state, and federal financial policies.

·       Lead preparation and submission of required reports, including NCAA Agreed-Upon Procedures, EADA, and other mandated filings.

·       Serve as the primary liaison to university’s Office of Administration & Finance, including assisting with collection of documents requested via public records requests.

Audit & Risk Management

·       Direct the department’s preparation for financial and NCAA audits.

·       Work collaboratively with auditors to ensure accuracy and compliance.

·       Lead post-audit corrective actions and policy enhancements.

·       Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Strategic Revenue & Expense Management

·       Identify and implement strategies to maximize revenue and reduce expenses.

·       Partner with internal and external stakeholders to optimize financial outcomes from multimedia rights, sponsorships, concessions, and other revenue streams.

Supervision & Leadership

·       Lead and develop Athletics’ business operations team, including staff in accounting, procurement, and financial reporting.

·       Establish a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

·       Provide professional development and training opportunities for staff.

·       Lead and supervise the Athletic Travel Coordinator, oversee the athletics travel services partnership, and ensure travel planning and expenditures for teams, coaches, and staff align with approved budget parameters.

Long-Range Financial Planning

·       Collaborate with Athletics and university leadership on long-term financial models, including capital planning support, new revenue initiatives, and conference transition strategies.

·       Ensure financial sustainability while supporting the strategic growth of Fresno State Athletics.