"Assistant University Controller"

Assistant University Controller

Company:

North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:

Business and Financial Services

Type:

Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
The Assistant University Controller is a senior financial leader reporting to the University Controller, responsible for managing and directing major financial operations, including Non-Student Receivables, Billing, Asset Management, General Accounting, Month-End Close, PCI Compliance, Merchant Services, and Cash Management. In this role you will also lead departmental LanTechs, oversee system security administration (including NCID coordination and NCFS security), and manage access approvals for no-pay affiliates to ensure data integrity and compliance. As part of the Controller's senior leadership team, you will provide strategic direction, ensure sound financial practices, and collaborate with campus and UNC System partners to maintain operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service.

Key responsibilities of this role are organized into four major functional areas outlined below.

Financial Operations, Systems, and Compliance Leadership:

• Serve as the subject matter expert and primary liaison for financial systems (Non-Student A/R, Billing, Asset Management, General Ledger, IDT), overseeing system testing, troubleshooting, enhancements, and data integrity.
• Lead LanTechs and manage system access, including NCID and NCFS security coordination, affiliate access approvals, and adherence to state and UNC System security protocols.
• Maintain general ledger structures and data elements to support accurate reporting and analysis.
• Ensure PCI-DSS compliance, e-commerce oversight, fraud mitigation, and alignment with internal controls, audit standards, and financial policies.
• Direct major financial operations-receivables, billing, asset management, general accounting, and cash management-and oversee accounting for approximately $2B in capital assets.
• Lead financial reporting, reconciliation processes, internal control certifications, and year-end close requirements for the UNC System Office.

Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, and Project Leadership:

• Develop and communicate financial policies, training materials, and operational guidance.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, ensuring compliance with reporting deadlines and accurate balancing across HR, SIS, and financial systems.
• Lead process and system improvements to strengthen efficiency, compliance, security, and data quality, including Daily Deposit Act requirements and access/security procedures.
• Provide strategic direction for accounting operations, UNC business process initiatives, PCI and cybersecurity alignment, e-commerce strategy, and enterprise system reliability.
• Direct university-level projects that support scalable financial systems, updated ledger structures, and state-level NCFS and NCID system compliance.

Team Leadership and Supervision:

• Supervise and develop three direct and five indirect reports across accounting, asset management, and receivables.
• Coach and mentor staff to support performance excellence, compliance, and professional growth.
• Recruit, train, evaluate, and guide personnel involved in financial systems, data management, and operational support.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the Controller's Office and financial units.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Serve as a senior liaison to campus departments, UNC System committees, and state agencies (OSC, DST), representing the university on financial systems and security matters.
• Communicate financial policies and guidance to Vice Chancellors, Deans, Department Heads, and central finance partners.
• Build collaborative relationships with Budget, Enterprise Applications, IT Security, Capital Planning, and other units to support campuswide financial operations.
• Provide timely support and expert guidance on complex financial and compliance issues.

If you are a strategic, collaborative financial leader who excels in overseeing complex operations, strengthening financial systems, and developing high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply.

Other Work/Responsibilities:
In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.

Minimum Experience/Education:
Requires a relevant post-Baccalaureate degree with a minimum of three (3) years or greater of related professional experience, or a relevant undergraduate degree and a minimum of five (5) years or greater of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree.

Required Qualifications:
N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working at North Carolina State University or within the UNC System.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex financial and compliance information to diverse audiences.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Payment Card Industry (PCI) Professional designation.
• Management experience, including supervising and mentoring teams in a complex financial environment.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, GASB, UNC System, and university policies and regulations to guide decision-making and implement institutional financial practices effectively.

Required License or Certification:
N/A

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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