Finance Director - Quillen College of Medicine

Job Summary

Finance Director – Quillen College of Medicine

Are you a strategic financial leader looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, and research? Join the Quillen College of Medicine, a nationally recognized institution where your expertise will help shape the future of medical education and improve the health of communities across the Appalachian region.

As the Finance Director, you will provide leadership and oversight for the financial operations of the College, partnering with senior administrators to develop budgets, analyze financial performance, ensure compliance, and support sound fiscal decision-making. This influential role works closely with the Assistant Dean, Associate Dean, department leaders, and staff to advance the College's academic, research, and clinical missions through effective financial stewardship and operational excellence.

At Quillen, you'll be part of an institution recognized for its commitment to service and innovation. Ranked No. 2 in the nation for graduates who serve medically underserved communities and designated a Tier 1 Medical School for Primary Care by U.S. News & World Report (2025), Quillen is dedicated to preparing future physicians while improving healthcare access throughout Northeast Tennessee and the surrounding Appalachian region.

Our impact is strengthened through partnerships with world-renowned organizations, including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center Network, as well as our designation as an HIV/AIDS Center of Excellence. These collaborations support groundbreaking research, exceptional patient care, and transformative educational opportunities.

If you are passionate about using your financial expertise to support a mission-driven organization and want to contribute to an institution that is changing lives through education, research, and service, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity at Quillen College of Medicine.

**Moving allowance provided based on ETSU moving expense guidelines 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of financial management principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis in higher education or academic medicine.
• Knowledge of applicable university, state, and federal regulations, governing board requirements, and accreditation standards (e.g., LCME, AAMC, ACGME)
• Knowledge of grant and research administration, internal controls, auditing standards, and financial compliance practices.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, financial modeling, resource allocation, and clinical finance operations.
• Skill in advanced financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and use of financial systems and data tools.
• Skill in leadership, staff supervision, mentoring, and team development.
• Skill in strategic planning, problem-solving, decision-making, and project management.
• Skill in effective communication and presentation of complex financial information.
• Skill in collaboration and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and manage complex operations and implement long-range financial strategies.
• Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and institutional requirements.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make sound, data-driven decisions.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and contracts.
• Ability to oversee audits, internal controls, and financial processes.
• Ability to foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Ability to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive financial management experience.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification, such as CPA or CMA
• Experience in academic medicine, higher education, or healthcare finance.
• Experience with grant and research financial management.

Compensation and Benefits

• Job Family – Medical Academic Management 3

• Salary – MR 13 (Salary Schedules)

• For more information regarding benefits, please visit (Employee Benefits)

Application Instructions

• Exempt positions must be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

• Applicants with a current ETSU email address should use it when applying. 

• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

• Documents needed to apply: Cover Letter and Resume

Important Notes

• This position is on-site.

• Funding is not available for Visa Sponsorship.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disclaimer Statement:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.