"Controller (Hybrid)"

Controller

Salary: $84,284.20 - $97,297.20 Annually

Location: Cumberland, MD

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid

Division: Vice President of Finance & Administration

Opening Date: 03/24/2026

Closing Date: 4/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA: Exempt

Position Term (Number of Months Worked per Academic Year): 12 months

Pay Grade/Classification: Grade 19

Hours/Work Schedule

The College Business Hours are 8:30am - 4:30pm. This position may be required to work additional hours, as needed. Eligible for up to 2 days a week of remote work, after the probationary period.

Working Conditions

Typical indoor office work environment. Some travel is required to other campuses, educational sites, off campus meetings, and training workshops and seminars.

Physical Duties

The work is typically sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

• Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to effectively exchange information and communicate
• Visual Acuity - Ability to perceive or detect surroundings
• Mental Acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand, and convey subject matter
• Repetitive motion (i.e., keyboarding)
• Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to another

Basic Statement of Responsibilities

Controller leads the finance and accounting staff, manages the daily accounting operations and financial reporting functions of the college, and oversees the budget and various college audits including the establishment, documentation, and monitoring of internal controls. Controller is responsible for the timely and accurate receipt, disbursement, and short-term investment of college funds. Controller also assists the Vice-President of Finance and Administration and the overall College Leadership team with a wide variety of strategic initiatives and long-range planning.

Essential Functions

• Financial Reporting and Compliance: Prepares and reviews internal monthly and annual financial statements, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
  1. Prepare regular and special financial reports for the College and Housing.
  2. Oversee preparation and review of Maryland State Fiscal Year Financial Report (CC-4) and IPEDS annual financial submission.
  3. Develop, recommend, and implement internal controls, policies, and procedures for all financial operations.
  4. Ensure compliance with Housing MEDCO bond covenants and manage fixed charges coverage ratio.
• Operational Management: Oversees daily accounting operations, including cash management, internal controls, and payments/receipts for all entities.
  1. Direct all accounting operations for the College, including Unrestricted, Restricted, Grant, Plant, Auxiliary Services, and Housing funds.
  2. Ensure adequate cash flow for disbursements and payroll; invest excess funds.
  3. Monitor all College and Housing bank accounts and maintain banking relationships.
  4. Direct financial processes for capital projects, including contractor payment coordination and reimbursement requests.
  5. Assist with year-end processes for Auxiliary Enterprises (Campus Store, Cafeteria, Vending).
  6. Reconcile fixed asset values between the fixed asset system and general ledger.
  7. Coordinate accounting functions for branch campuses (budget preparation, performance reporting).
  8. Manage requests for use of Housing facilities by external entities (in coordination with Residence Life).
• Budget & Strategy: Collaborates with Budget Coordinator & President’s staff to develop overall College budget, analyze financial trends, and provide guidance for strategic planning.
  1. Collaborate with the Budget Coordinator on development, presentation, and approval of the annual College budget.
  2. Oversee development and administration of the annual Housing budget in compliance with MEDCO bond covenants.
  3. Coordinate major Housing repair and replacement expenditures and year-end statements with the VP of Finance & Administration.
  4. Serve as Housing liaison to the Cumberland Foundation Board for Housing LLC budget approval and interim reporting.
• Audit Management: Acts as the primary liaison for external auditors to ensure accurate 990, tax, State reporting, and audit filings.
  1. Act as primary liaison with external auditors for College, Housing, and Foundation audits.
  2. Provide required schedules, supporting documentation, and financial statements for audits.
  3. Oversee closing schedules and ensure timely completion of all audit-related activities.
• Team Leadership: Manages, mentors, and evaluates accounting, budgeting, fiscal affairs, and business office staff, ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions and financial reporting while delivering high-quality service to students and external partners.

Education, Experience, and Specialized Skills

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. A minimum of five years of demonstrated progressive experience and responsibility in accounting or auditing, preferably in higher education or governmental accounting. Previous supervisory experience preferred. A CPA or CMA/CGMA certification is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical Accounting Expertise: Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, FASB and ability to prepare accurate financial statements and interpret complex financial data.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Skilled in designing, implementing, and monitoring internal controls to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Systems & Software Proficiency: Advanced Excel skills and ability to quickly learn and use Ellucian ERP and related financial systems.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong quantitative abilities, including ratios, percentages, break-even, present and future-value calculations, and financial analysis.
• Leadership & Communication: Effective team leadership, mentoring, interpersonal skills, and clear written and verbal communication.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: High degree of accuracy in maintaining complex financial records and documentation.
• Prioritization & Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work under pressure, and adapt to changing demands.
• Professionalism & Ethics: Commitment to high ethical standards, continuous learning, and providing excellent service to stakeholders.

To learn more about the college visit our website here: www.allegany.edu

See more about Cumberland, MD here https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/724/Features-of-Cumberland-Maryland