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Controller of Fiscal Affairs
Founded in 1877, Philander Smith University is one of the fastest-growing historically black colleges in the nation. Ideally centered in the downtown Little Rock area, Philander Smith University is privately supported, student-centered, and intensely focused on our mission to graduate academically accomplished students who are grounded as advocates for social justice and determined to change the world for the better.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Controller of Fiscal Affairs of the University is charged with the following:
· Supervises Business Office staff, including evaluation and planning workflow, deadlines, work objectives, time utilization, and problem-solving.
· The scope of supervision encompasses all aspects of the college's fiscal operation, including, but not limited to, grant accounting, accounts payable, travel, reconciliations, accounts receivable, student accounts and cashiering, budgeting, and maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers.
· Recommends policies and procedures related to the Business Office to the Vice President for Fiscal Affairs and implements them when approved.
· Prepares complex financial reports and analyses for internal use and presentation to the Board of Trustees.
· Prepares complex annual financial reports and analyses for external entities.
· Conducts year-end closing and the opening of financial records.
· Collaborates with other functional areas of the university to participate in strategic planning related to enrollment management and the university's growth.
· Serves as a liaison with auditors, administrative services staff, other University staff, and students.
· Provides training to users of the finance system and related functionality.
· Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Fiscal Affairs.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS:
Knowledge of fund accounting, generally accepted accounting principles, and sound cash management principles. Extensive knowledge of higher education financial management systems and related applications, including the ability to plan, design, and implement new systems. Comprehensive knowledge of an educational finance system, including the ability to interpret college policies and procedures. Ability to organize and conduct training sessions on various aspects of the finance system to support the delivery of services to faculty, staff, and students.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
HOW to APPLY:
Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, current vitae, and three letters of professional reference.
Philander Smith University is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, national origin, ethnicity, veteran
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
$195k-272k (estimate)
04/25/2024
08/21/2024
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