Job Title
Assistant Vice President, Financial Operations & Controller
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Division of Finance & Administration
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Assistant Vice President for Financial Operations & Controller (AVP FO&C) in the Division of Finance and Administration.
The Assistant Vice President for Financial Operations & Controller (AVP FO&C) oversees the University’s financial operations and leads the accounting, financial reporting, procurement, contract management, and student accounts functions.
Strategic Financial Leadership (University-wide)
- Provide strategic leadership for all accounting and transactional finance functions.
- Serves as senior advisor to the CFO/EVPFA on fiscal strategy, financial risk, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Oversight of Core Financial Operations
1. Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Oversees all accounting operations, fiscal controls, cost allocations, journal processes, and internal financial statements.
- Leads preparation of the Annual Financial Report (AFR) in compliance with GASB, TAMUS policies, and state reporting requirements.
2. Student Accounts & Receivables
- Provides strategic oversight for student billing, receivables, collections, refunds, exemptions/waivers, tuition/fee assessments, and compliance with state & federal regulations.
3. Procurement & Contract Administration
- Provides executive oversight of Procurement Services, strategic sourcing, purchasing processes, competitive solicitations, and contract administration.
4. Compliance, Governance, and Policy Development
- Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and system regulations, including Uniform Grants Regulations.
5. Team Leadership & Development
- Provide leadership and mentorship to department directors and staff across accounting, procurement, and student accounts.
Responsibilities
- 20% Oversees accounting function and preparation of Annual Financial Report, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- 20% Financial reporting; provides University leadership with financial reports which summarize University financial activity and financial position, assists University departments in understanding and interpreting financial results.
- 20% Participates in program development at an institutional level, including student financial management, strategic sourcing, revenue generation, and financial analysis.
- 15% Interprets and implements University policies through clear and informative procedures and establishes effective processes to monitor compliance and controls.
- 15% Leads and develops staff in directed areas and builds strong relationships across the University and system.
- 10% Identify and implement technology solutions to improve staff efficiency and minimize financial risk
Minimum Requirements
Required Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, or applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Five years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal management and enterprise accounting systems including at least four years of supervisory experience overseeing professional staff.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge of GASB principles and standards.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex financial information to various stakeholders.
Preferred
- Certified Public Accounting (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
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