Assistant Director | Controller and Financial Operations

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to and collaborating with Director, Controller and Financial Operations Center, this position will serve as the assistant to the Director in overseeing all accounting, transactional, and back-office finance work performed within the Financial Operations Center, as well as annual financial reporting, and represents the System on finance-related administrative matters.

Qualification & Requirements

Acceptable minimum level of education: Bachelor’s

Acceptable minimum years of experience: 7-10 years

Other Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years minimum of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in general accounting methods and operations, as well as payroll management/compliance.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant regulatory/compliance requirements and financial reporting requirements, both state and federal, and understanding of external audit procedures.
• Understanding of and proficiency in navigating computerized financial systems.
• Ability to set concrete goals, develop aligned strategy, and make data-informed decisions
• Excellent mathematical, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interface with diverse audiences including employees/staff, faculty, students, and the general public.
• Ability to build consensus, set direction, and lead through change.
• Desire to work in a collaborative environment with System and institutional leaders, as well as colleagues in other financial affairs departments.
• Ability to perceive and balance multiple interests and perspectives.
• Openness to 360-degree feedback and desire to learn and grow continuously.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field and/or relevant credentials (e.g., Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Global Management Accountant, or Chartered Management Accountant) preferred.
• Experience with change management and/or recent organizational redesigns is strongly preferred.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with external auditing and financial reporting is strongly preferred.
• Experience operating or leading in a shared service setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience working for a tax-exempt organization is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.