Assistant Comptroller, Accounts Payable and Financial Reporting

$65,529.00 Annual Overview The Assistant Comptroller, Accounts Payable and Financial Reporting, supports the Comptroller and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in managing financial planning, reporting, compliance, and internal controls. The role oversees complex accounting functions across multiple funds, including accounts payable (AP), expense reporting, and audit activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations. The Assistant Comptroller also provides financial analysis, strengthens internal controls, and recommends process improvements based on data‑driven insights. Responsibilities Supports the Comptroller and CFO in financial planning, reporting, compliance, and internal control management by providing expert analysis, recommendations, and technical guidance. Oversees and performs complex accounting and financial transactions across multiple funds, processing and analyzing transactions and resolving accounting discrepancies and irregularities to ensure accurate, timely, and integral accounting records. Prepares, reviews, and analyzes a variety of financial reports and statements, including fiscal analyses, compliance reports, and ad‑hoc reports, and collects financial information to develop recommendations that ensure efficient resource utilization and data‑driven decision‑making. Compiles and analyzes financial data for ad‑hoc reporting and special projects, delivering insights and recommendations that support leadership decisions. Analyzes, reviews, and reconciles general ledger accounts and financial programs on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis; investigates and resolves any variances and/or discrepancies. Performs internal audits across multiple functions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and college policies, and provides documentation and accounting support for external audits. Evaluates and recommends improvements to accounting practices, internal controls, and procedures and assists with their implementation, supporting process improvements and efficiencies in Workday. Manages and supervises the AP and expense reporting functions, including oversight of invoice processing, payment approvals, account reconciliations, and team performance, while reviewing transactions for accuracy, proper accounting coding, and compliance. Provides training and ongoing support for AP, travel, and expense reporting functions, and identifies common errors or process efficiencies to implement preventative measures and support staff. Leads the P‑Card and Travel Reimbursement programs, ensuring accurate and timely processing while collaborating with other departments to resolve discrepancies and maintain compliance with college policies. Interprets and communicates accounting policies, financial procedures, and regulatory requirements to internal and external stakeholders, exercising professional judgment and maintaining the integrity of financial data. Provides service to the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities. Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality. Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures. Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: A bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field with four (4) years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related areas. Additional: A combination of related education and experience totaling eight (8) years may be considered. Preferred: CPA licensure; prior experience in a higher education setting; experience with Workday. Additional Requirement: A criminal background check will be conducted. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Adaptability to change, analytical aptitude, problem solving, and communication skills. Critical thinking and judgment, customer service, ethics, and leadership ability. Organization and time management, team orientation, relationship management, results orientation. Systems and software proficiency, detail orientation, and multi‑tasking capability. Equal Employment Opportunity SantaFeCollege is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr LM Wind Power / GE