Controller

Why Work at BYU: As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith and to our students, and we take an active role in the University’s Mission: “To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” Controller As Controller for BYU Retail Services, you will provide executive financial leadership for a multi‑unit retail organization. This role oversees accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, supply chain financial operations, internal controls, and cash management while serving as the financial expert on the Retail Services Executive Team. You will help safeguard university assets, drive operational excellence through data‑driven decision making, and support the mission and values of BYU. Responsibilities Leadership of Financial Services Team and Management of Accounting Practices : Ensure qualified accounting employees are hired, trained, and developed; conduct team meetings and ensure clear communication. Follow GAAP and ensure timely accurate financial data to University Financial Services. Oversee the journaling of all financial and accounting data, ensure university tax policies are adhered to, manage customer open billing accounts and liability risk, and ensure appropriate inventory management and cycle counting practices. Executive Team Membership : Promote the mission, vision, and values of Retail Services and participate in regularly scheduled Executive Team meetings to review major initiatives and strategies. Provide financial perspective, cash flow insight, and accounting expertise on major strategic and operational activities; evaluate and consult with other college/division managers regarding operational questions and policies. Promote and teach protection of university assets, effective internal controls, collaboration between Retail Services teams, and model teamwork and alignment. Conducts Financial and Trend Analysis Using Operational Efficiency Metrics : Regularly conduct financial analysis of major expense areas, identify opportunities to improve efficiency, and work with leadership to develop improvement plans. Communicate cash flow and accrual impacts and utilize data from various systems to develop and monitor operational metrics. Provide operational and financial trend analysis to support informed decision‑making and continuous improvement. Administers Annual Budgeting Process : Oversee and administer the annual budgeting and allocation process for all Retail Services units. Consult with individual channel and cost‑center leaders, provide historical data, and conduct analysis to ensure budgets are accurate and communicated to University Financial Services. Administer the annual CNA (Capital Needs Assessment) process and collaborate with the Executive Team to ensure accurate information and organizational needs are communicated. Qualifications Required : Firm commitment to the mission of BYU. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. At least 5 years of general accounting experience or 5 years of public accounting experience, or equivalent. GAAP expertise and strong knowledge of accounting controls, budgeting, inventory management, and financial reporting. Membership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints must hold a current temple recommend. Preferred : Master’s degree in Accounting. Seven or more years of retail accounting management experience. Experience with NetSuite and/or Workday ERP Systems, POS systems, capital expenditure budgeting, forecasting, trend analysis, and team leadership. Benefits 401(k) – BYU automatically contributes 8%; additional 4% if you contribute 5% Excellent work‑life balance: 13 paid holidays, 22 days paid vacation, 12 sick days accrued annually Employee assistance program for employee and household Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members Access to athletic facilities Medical, dental, short‑term and long‑term disability benefits Paid parental and maternity leave Wellness program Free on‑campus parking Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents BYU Store discounts, onsite stretching and massage services, monthly food perks Discounts for many events at BYU Pay Grade Pay Grade: 56. Typical Starting Pay: $110,000 – $142,500. The actual compensation offered will consider internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job‑related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with significant work‑related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range. Application Documents All staff positions require a resume. Refer to the job posting for any additional required documents. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. Equal Opportunity Statement Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr