University Controller

Full Time / Salary / Exempt  

Work Schedule                                  

Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

JOB SUMMARY:

Works in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer to oversee the financial aspects of the University to ensure accuracy, efficiency and compliance in the safeguarding of the assets of the University, to properly record and classify all financial transactions, and to carry out the mission of the University as it relates to the areas of accounting and finance (AR, AP, payroll, internal controls, etc.) investment/asset management, banking, business relationships, and other areas as assigned. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

• Oversight and management of assigned personnel
• Oversight and management of General Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Cash management, Internal Controls, External Audits and other related financial responsibilities as assigned.
• Oversight and management of Donor contributions and receipts whether in cash or other assets ensuring the proper assignment, procedures and accounting to ensure proper handling. 
• Oversight and management of University Budgets including systems, development of new processes and training.
• Oversight and management of the annual audit report and development of financial statements
• Internal reporting for departments – primarily around revenue and expense reporting.
• Reconciliation of ledger accounts, payments, contracts, and other similar structures
• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual “closing” processes.
• Understand and work through fund accounting processes utilized for internal reporting
• Oversee the integrity of all accounting entries and reporting requirements for the University
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to provide quality customer service
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.
• An understanding of the importance for diversity, inclusion and equity.
• B.S. or B.A. Degree in Accounting
• Active CPA issued in the U.S. is required for minimum 10 years
• GAAP and FASB knowledge and understanding
• Minimum of five (5) years of related work experience
• Advanced knowledge and utilization of Microsoft Excel
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environment
• Typing and spelling competency
• Experience with various computer software applications

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.

Supervision Exercised:

May be responsible for the coordination of work assignments for student employees.

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Benefits

Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.