Controller

Job Description
The Controller provides leadership and oversight for the Colleges accounting financial reporting internal controls and Business Office systems. The position ensures adherence to generally accepted accounting principles ( GAAP ) compliance with applicable federal state and institutional requirements and effective stewardship of public resources through well-documented procedures standardized processes effective system implementation appropriate use of emerging technologies and recognized business best practices.

Physical Demands
This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment including computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines. The role requires the ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds occasionally open and access filing cabinets and bend reach or stand as needed. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer as well as the ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in accounting finance business administration or related field required. CPA certification or experience in public accounting required. Demonstrated experience in accounting financial reporting audits and internal controls is required; experience in governmental nonprofit higher education or community college accounting is preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage priorities protect confidential information and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Strong technical accounting analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret financial data and explain results clearly to non-financial audiences. Proficiency with enterprise financial systems spreadsheets and reporting tools; experience with Ellucian Colleague is preferred. Commitment to accuracy confidentiality customer service continuous improvement and ethical stewardship of college resources. A passion for the educational mission of the college and a mindset that the role is to serve both students and those who interact with them. A constructive mindset that is eager to advocate for and champion process improvement and the leveraging of technology.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with governmental nonprofit higher education or community college accounting preferred.