Position Summary:

The Controller is responsible for the stewardship of the university’s financial accounts and records, preparation of its financial statements (both GAAP and Management), tax filings and compliance, effective internal control systems and presentation of various financial and non-financial reports and interpretation of data to senior leadership and Trustees.
The Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and serves as a leader in the Financial Accounting Services Office providing direct supervision for the Assistant Controller and provides for the accounting and accounts payable teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in large, complex organizations including accounting and managerial experience is required. At least one year of accounting and managerial experience in the finance division of a higher education institution is required.
  
• CPA licensure is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A suitable combination of education and experience may be substituted for minimum qualifications.

Job Duties:

• Demonstrates an attitude and behavior that reflects the values and mission of the department and university.
• Establishes and monitors procedures, processes, and systems to support finance functions and strong internal controls over financial and business operations.
• Manages the administrative and operational activities associated with the collection and disbursement of funds and the recording of all financial transactions of the University. Prepares reports that summarize and forecast the university’s financial activity, cash flow, and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
• Develops and implements cash management strategies to optimize the use of the university’s financial resources, including monitoring the university’s endowment.
• Manages compliance with external reporting requirements, such as accounting standards; state and federal tax laws; grant requirements; debt compliance; U.S. Department of Education requirements; and accreditation requirements.
• Directs the annual financial statement preparation and audit process.
• Leads the development, execution, and monitoring of the annual operational budget.
• Prepares periodic reports and supporting materials for the Chief Financial Officer, the senior executive team, and Board of Trustees where appropriate.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with peers, subordinates, other university departments and the public.
• Develops competent, productive and efficient departmental staff through effective supervision, training, motivation, and professional development.
• Encourages a culture of transparency and collaboration in the accounting and finance team.
• Maintains current knowledge of FASB and other GAAP pronouncements that affect the university’s financial system, and best practices in internal controls over financial reporting.
• Contributes to the university's overall success by performing other duties as assigned.