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Position Title
Assistant Controller
Job Category
Academic Staff
Employment Type
Regular
Job Profile
Asst Controller (Inst) (C)
Job Duties
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Controller is a key member of the finance team responsible for supporting the Controller in managing the company's accounting operations and financial reporting.
The Assistant Controller will lead initiatives to document and enhance accounting policies, processes, and procedures to ensure efficiency, consistency, and scalability across the organization.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated person to support financial management and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The successful candidate will excel in extracting strategic insights from complex data, guiding decision-making, and supporting our core values.
Responsibilities
Accounting
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
Benefits
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:
https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Contact Information
Inquiries should be addressed to
Tracy Biederman
Search Chair
tracy.biederman@uwrf.edu
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF's Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Reasonable Accommodations
UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.
Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression
The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Position Title
Assistant Controller
Job Category
Academic Staff
Employment Type
Regular
Job Profile
Asst Controller (Inst) (C)
Job Duties
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Controller is a key member of the finance team responsible for supporting the Controller in managing the company's accounting operations and financial reporting.
The Assistant Controller will lead initiatives to document and enhance accounting policies, processes, and procedures to ensure efficiency, consistency, and scalability across the organization.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated person to support financial management and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The successful candidate will excel in extracting strategic insights from complex data, guiding decision-making, and supporting our core values.
Responsibilities
- Support the Controller in overseeing daily accounting operations, including reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, fixed assets, and expense management
- Manage, reconcile, and review general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and integrity of the financial records
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement, contributing to effective financial management and planning
- Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, timeliness, and scalability of financial reporting
- Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis to support management decision-making
- Manages and complies with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
- Serves as a liaison to external auditors, providing documentation and responding to inquiries
- Perform special projects, financial analysis, and ad-hoc reporting as assigned
- May exercise supervisory authority of at least 2.0 FTE or equivalent employees
- Coordinates and assists with the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
- Manages and complies with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
- Coordinates and assists with the preparation of regulatory reporting including annual and periodic program review audits
- Assist with management of all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P; supervises accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting operations and departments
- Servies as a liaison to external auditors
- Develops and documents business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls; ensures quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
Accounting
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a business-related field
- A minimum of 5 or more years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
- A high level of integrity, trustworthiness, and meticulous attention to detail is paramount
- Adaptable communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments
- Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills for data-driven decision making
- Impactful customer service skills with proven ability to support internal teams and external partners
- Demonstrated success in managing, supporting, and motivating staff
- Sets priorities and manages workflow to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate processing of transactions and other responsibilities
- Self-starter with excellent organizational skills, a can-do attitude, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), automated accounting system processes, operations, and reporting principles
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
- Resume
- Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
Benefits
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:
https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Contact Information
Inquiries should be addressed to
Tracy Biederman
Search Chair
tracy.biederman@uwrf.edu
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF's Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Reasonable Accommodations
UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.
Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression
The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
