HEBREW THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE
A Member of the Touro College and University System
Controller
Department: Finance
Status: Full-Time
Reports To: COO with dotted line to Touro Controller
FLSA : Exempt
Supervises: Finance Department Staff
JOB SUMMARY:
The Controller is responsible for the overall functioning and management of the Finance Department, including preparation of financial statements, budgets, and payroll. Directing and coordinating the activities of the Accounts Payable clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Student Account Manager (Bursar), and the Accounting Manager. Responsible for any other tasks as directed by the COO and Touro’s Controller.

GENERAL JOB RESPONSIBILTIIES:
Responsibilities Include but not limited to the following:

· Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, student account manager (bursar) and accounting manager personnel.

· Responsible for insuring adequate cash flow to fund bill payment, payroll, and all other expenses.

· Ensure that all bills are paid accurately and on time. Review all purchasing for budgetary compliance.

· Accounts receivable: review accurate recording of donations and periodic billing of donors.

· Payroll: In coordination with human resources and accounting manager, supervise the accurate and timely payment of payroll, taxes payments, and all required tax filings.

· In collaboration with HTC Sr. leadership, and Touro personnel, coordinate annual budget process and submission of budget materials to Touro. In Addition, responsible to prepare and furnish required financial information for JUF budget submissions.

· Provide oversight to the preparation, analysis and reporting of financial statements to senior management and staff.

· Analyze financial data to detect variances from budget projections and allocations.

· Based on financial forecasting, advise COO and CEO as to management of college resources.

· Ensure compliance with Touro University System fiscal policies and procedures.

· Provide financial information associated with grant proposals.

· Work with University staff to ensure accurate financial documents are produced in response to internal and external audits.

· Supervise the Bursar on collection of tuition and coordinate with the Bursar to set scholarships.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in Business Administration or Accounting

· At least 10 years’ experience as an accountant, CPA degree preferred.

· At least three years supervisory experience.

Core Competencies:

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Analytical approach to problem solving.

· Proficient use of Microsoft Office products

· Comprehensive knowledge and skill related to accounting principles and accounting software.
· Professional, clear written communication.

· Honest, transparent approach to budgeting.

· Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Hebrew Theological College (“HTC”) is an equal opportunity employer. HTC treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status (including but not limited to unfavorable military discharge), citizenship status, order of protection status, association with a person with a disability, arrest record (or criminal history record ordered expunged, sealed, or impounded), conviction record (subject to applicable legal exceptions), bodily autonomy (including but not limited to reproductive health care and gender affirming care), credit history, parental status, source of income, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. HTC interprets these statuses broadly to include not only the status but also perceptions and assumptions made regarding these statuses. HTC will also comply with the Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 50 West 47th Street, 12th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 10 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person