Benefits of Working at UNCW

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach. Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of Controller (department) includes general accounting, payroll, accounts payable, travel and direct pay, non-student billing, tax compliance, financial reporting, fixed assets, and capital reporting. The department provides financial, accounting, tax, and management reporting support services to the University.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Financial Reporting Manager manages the accounting operations of the financial reporting unit. This position works with the Associate Controller to ensure the accuracy, compliance, and strategic utility of financial data. Key responsibilities include the preparation of the University's financial statements and annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR), overseeing the month-end/year-end closing processes related to financial reporting (especially moving from cash to accrual basis), and ensuring GASB compliance. The position manages two staff who are responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS), Capital Improvements (CIs), and Fixed Asset data recorded in Banner Finance ledgers, Banner Fixed Asset module, and web based systems and interfaces. In addition, this position manages the DC Virgo Lab School financials, ensures compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies; provides ad hoc financial reporting to campus, management, and outside agencies throughout the year; delivers specialized campus training; and offers a high level of customer service.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Four-year degree in accounting, finance, business management or other discipline related to area of work with a minimum of 12 credit hours of accounting course work and 7 years professional accounting experience, or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Experience working in a university environment; experience with governmental fund accounting and governmental accounting standards; supervisory experience; experience working with ERP systems; Banner Finance experience. CPA, MBA, masters degree in accounting, or equivalent masters degree preferred.