Director of Revenue Assurance

Description

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Director of Revenue Assurance. Reporting to the Principal Lead for Constituent Management, the Director of Revenue Assurance is responsible for serving as the chief strategist and operational leader responsible for all aspects of contribution revenue accounting.

This role sets the strategic direction for revenue assurance and leads cross-functional efforts to optimize financial operations and donor data integration.

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Revenue Management: Define and lead the strategic vision for revenue assurance. Establish and enforce revenue recognition policies and internal controls in accordance with applicable

standards. Direct complex reconciliations between donor CRM, banking systems, and general ledger. Serve as the primary contact for audits related to contribution revenue. Drive continuous improvements to revenue cycle processes, integrations, and data integrity. Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Revenue Assurance team, including direct supervision of the Assistant Director.

Strategic & Operational Leadership: Act as the principal strategist for revenue assurance across UTFI. Set departmental vision, objectives, and policy in alignment with industry and organizational

standards. Partner with executive and finance leaders to refine reporting, compliance, and audit strategies. Create and execute strategies that ensure accurate, compliant, and timely revenue reporting. Participate in strategic planning with the Principal Lead of Central Constituent Management. Continuously evaluate processes for improvement opportunities and lead change management initiatives. Recommend and implement technologies and tools that support compliance and operational effectiveness.

Supervisory & Team Management: Supervise and develop Revenue Assurance team members, including the Assistant Director. Coordinate financial accuracy efforts across all campuses and serve as a point of escalation for complex issues. Oversee department metrics, quality control, and process innovation.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

The candidate who fills the Director Revenue Assurance position is required to have:

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years of experience in financial reporting, budgeting, auditing, and regulatory compliance

2+ years in a leadership or managerial role

ERP system experience

Excellent leadership and team management skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Efficient communication skills (written and verbal)

Ability to collaborate across departments and with executive leadership

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline driven environment

A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities of the position. UTFI reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances. In general, any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration for the position.

Note - Candidates holding a graduate degree must have at least 3 years of experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

In addition to meeting the required qualifications, the preferred candidate will have:

Master’s degree

Prior experience in nonprofit, higher education, or governmental accounting preferred

7+ years of progressive accounting experience with a strong emphasis on revenue recognition, reconciliations, and financial controls; non-profit sector experience preferred

Application Process: Priority will be given to applications received on or before May 20th 2025 via our DASH application system. Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.

When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Questions about the search may be directed to .

Target Start Date: August 2025

Benefits: The Foundation’s greatest asset is our team. Foundation employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of benefits that includes:

Generous paid leave, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days

Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members

Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses

Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods

The Foundation: The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. With a vision of being one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education, UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.

The UT System: The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, Martin and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.