Controller

We're looking for a hands-on Controller who’s ready to take ownership of our finance operations—and grow into a CFO role within the next five years

POSITION SUMMARY:

Working with minimal supervision, the University Controller provides strategic leadership and management oversight for the University’s accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting functions. This position is responsible for maintaining the integrity of financial systems, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial and management reporting, and aligning internal reporting processes with the University’s strategic objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Experience and Training

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, CPA preferred, with 10+ years of experience in accounting or financial management in progressively responsible or managerial roles, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferably in an educational setting.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability

• Strong understanding of GAAP, fund accounting, and budgeting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, Internet, and other relevant software.

• Experience with Ellucian Colleague is a plus.

• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural questions.  

• Strong problem-solving skills and collaborative leadership style.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and interact cross-functionally.

• Capable of traveling between campuses as needed.

Physical Requirements

Light work: Lifting up to 20 pounds. Occasionally stooping, reaching, standing, sitting, walking, keyboarding, grasping, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. Close visual contact. Subject to indoor environmental conditions. Will be required to perform overtime work on a periodic basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Lead the accounting and financial reporting functions, including general ledger management, financial statement preparation, and compliance with GAAP and other relevant standards

• Oversee tax compliance for the University, including federal, state, and local tax filings, and ensure adherence to evolving regulatory requirements.

• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of internal and external financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, including variance analysis of significant variances.

• Prepare financial statements and board reports, including variance analysis.

• Prepare and analyze financial ratios, multi-year forecasting, trend analysis, and dashboard reporting. 

• Work with Finance Systems to ensure that the necessary reporting tools and resources are deployed to the campus community. 

• Provide support to university business units in the development and analysis of financial information.

• Develop and maintain internal controls, reporting policies, and procedures.

OTHER FUNCTIONS: 

Oversee compilation of annual audit records by Business Office staff. Assist in development and administration of bi-annual budget process. Attend meetings and conferences as required by position to maintain pertinent accounting knowledge and skill.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 

Directly supervises: Assistant Controller, Director of Payroll Services, and Budget Analyst. 

AUTHORITY/ACCOUNTABILITY:

The position is reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

PROBLEM SOLVING:

The position requires the individual to be able to tackle problems in a wide range of areas.