"Controller"

Job Description

Posting Number:

SP005089P

Division/College:

AVP Finance

Department:

AVP Finance

Location:

Moscow, Off Campus Location - Possibly Hybrid Eligable

Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

This position serves as the University of Idaho’s chief accounting officer, providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for institutional financial management, reporting and compliance. This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of the university’s financial data, strengthens internal controls, and supports the institution’s fiscal sustainability in alignment with state, federal and Idaho State Board of Education requirements. This position directs and coordinates all accounting operations, including General Accounting, Payroll, Student Accounts and Accounts Payable, and works collaboratively across university divisions to ensure consistent, efficient and transparent financial processes.

Duties may include:

• Oversee the preparation of accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting
• Lead coordination of the annual external financial audit and ensure timely completion of the audited financial statements
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures and systems with consistency, transparency, and compliance
• Assist in the development of long-term financial strategies, analysis and support activities related to bond finance
• Ensure financial data integrity across the Banner ERP system and other integrated financial applications
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Seven or more years of progressively responsible accounting or financial management experience, including supervisory responsibilities
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, GASB and applicable federal and state regulations

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

Required Other:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA designation)
• Ability to travel
• Ability to work nonstandard extended hours with flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays

Additional Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit or governmental accounting environments
• Demonstrated proficiency with Banner ERP or comparable enterprise financial systems
• Strong analytical, communication skills with a demonstrated record of professional conduct
• Expertise in public-sector accounting and financial reporting
• Proven ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Proven effectiveness in leading organizational change, building team capability, and promoting clarity and consistency in business processes

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Employee Category:

Exempt

Pay Range:

Commensurate with experience

Type of Appointment:

_of_Appointment

FTE:

1

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Funding:

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy:

No

Posting Date:

11/18/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa sponsorship.
In your letter of qualifications ( human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.

If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu.

Applicant Resources:

https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.