Assistant Controller

We are searching for an experienced Assistant Controller at our Goldsmith Campus - Westchester campus.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Assistant Controller is a full-time exempt position reporting to the Controller. This position is responsible for assisting with general ledger management, financial reporting, external audit preparation, and internal control assessment and improvement functions of the Business/ Finance Services Office. This position provides support for the members of the Business Office and ensures processes and procedures are in place to support effective internal controls.

CORE DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and accounting close process.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist with annual tax filings and ensures compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Processes Fixed Asset adjustments and maintains the master fixed asset list.
• Prepares Fixed Asset Depreciation on a monthly basis.
• Reconciles accounts to the College's financial system. Researches and resolves problems and adjusts accordingly. Ensures supporting documentation exists for audit purposes.
• Back up for processing electronic payments (ACH & Wires)
• Collect and formats data for special projects and management studies and/or reviews data gathered by others for accuracy. Prepares various financial reports, as required.
• Assists with Banner updates, features, system modifications, and enhancements.
• Assists with training junior staff with Banner Finance & AR modules, transact, destiny one and any third-party software that talks to banner finance and receivables.
• Work with IT partners to roll out new technology initiatives that support finance functions and maintain administrative subject matter duties on them after implementation (Sap Concur, document management and Prophix)
• Provide assessment and recommendations for changes, improvements, enhancements, strategies and tactics surrounding Banner finance and AR updates and releases, etc.
• Work with IT on strengthening the reporting capabilities of daily, month end and yearly closes aided with banner reports, Argos custom reports and Prophix financials. Be responsible for resolving out of balance conditions as they appear.
• May act as a lead to other accountants, financial staff, and/or student workers with work assignments, problem resolution, and/or with special projects. Provides leadership guidance as needed. Assists in training or scheduling work assignments as required.
• Establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships within a diverse and multicultural environment. Work with staff as a team leader to provide high quality, efficient and exceptional service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. Must be responsive to work-related phone calls and emails during non-business hours on occasion.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with accounting methods and procedures related to specialized accounts such as those involving monthly financial reporting and tax reporting
• Thorough knowledge of accounting practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of auditing standards.
• Experience with integrated financial software packages with preference for Banner, an Ellucian ERP.
• Proficient in the interpretation and translation of regulatory requirements into proposed new/revised policy and procedures.
• Demonstrated problem solving, decision-making and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
• Ability to supervise, coach, lead and develop the operations and activities of assigned operational area and staff.
• Exhibits a strong customer service orientation for all levels of college constituencies and members of the public.
• Ability to take appropriate steps to promote and sustain effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.
• Understanding of departmental goals and how they fit with college-wide goals.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance related field or equivalent work experience required.
• 5+ years management operations of a business office function (preferably in a higher education, or non-profit environment, including accounts payable, cashiering and banking and supervision of others.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation Type: Annual Salary

Salary Range: 91,731.00 - 112,794.00

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.