Senior Manager of Financial and Compliance Reporting (Hybrid) - Controller's Office

# Scheduled Hours 37.5 # Position Summary The Senior Manager of Financial & Compliance Reporting oversees the University’s GAAP-compliant audited financial statements, Uniform Guidance audit requirements, indirect cost rate development, recharge center financial statements and compliance, and internal control documentation. This role ensures adherence to federal regulations, accounting standards, and institutional policies while partnering across Financial Services and the University to maintain accurate, transparent, and compliant financial reporting. The position also supervises five (5) staff (4 direct) involved in cost analysis, external reporting, and space/recharge center compliance activities. # Job Description **Primary Duties & Responsibilities:** **Financial Reporting & External Audit** * Manage preparation of WashU's annual GAAP audited financial statements and Uniform Guidance (Single Audit) including coordination with external auditors. * Review components prepared by technical staff to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with guidance. * Support reporting for NSF, IPEDS, benefit plans, and other institutional filings. **Recharge Center Oversight & Compliance** * Oversee preparation and distribution by the Indirect Cost Analyst of recharge center financial statements and summary reports to senior management. * Assure reporting reflects OMB Uniform Guidance (UG) and University policy. * Confer with and provide guidance to recharge center directors in the establishment of charge out rates to customers of the center. * Monitor compliance with university policy with respect to centers accumulating operating surplus or deficit. **Internal Controls, Accounting Compliance & Research** * Oversee documentation and evaluation of internal control processes aligned to COSO. * Research new accounting pronouncements, federal audit requirements, and cost accounting standards. * Recommend and implement process improvements and automation opportunities. **Indirect Cost Rate Proposal** * Manage development of the University’s Facilities & Administrative (F&A) cost rate proposal using CRIS data and supporting documentation. * Participate in negotiations with federal reviewers for rate approval (approximately every 4 years). **Space Survey & Data Integrity Oversight** * In collaboration with the Lead Indirect Cost Analyst, supervise the Space Utilization Coordinator and ensure integrity of space data used in F&A rate calculations. * Develop improvements to survey instructions, systems, and training. Perform other duties as assigned. **Working Conditions:** **Job Location/Working Conditions** * Normal office environment * This position is a hybrid position that primarily works from home. Must have a dedicated workspace and must be able to work on campus (St. Louis) as needed. Standard work hours are 37.5 per work week with extra hours as needed. **Physical Effort** * Typically sitting at a desk or table * Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement. * Ability to move to on and off-campus locations. **Equipment** * Office equipment # Required Qualifications **Education:** Bachelor's degree **Work Experience:** Progressive Managerial Responsibility (5 Years), Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Or Related Field (5 Years) **Skills:** Analytical Thinking, Confidentiality, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Detail-Oriented, Independent Problem Solving, Professional Ethics, Technical Accounting, Working Independently, Work Initiative **More About This Job** **Required Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. * Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to senior leadership and non-technical audiences. * Three years of public accounting or Five years of progressively responsible financial reporting experience. * Prior supervisory experience. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred. * Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, federal Uniform Guidance, and internal controls. * Prior experience in a university or non-profit environment. # Preferred Qualifications **Certifications/Professional Licenses:** Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration **Work Experience:** Financial Reporting (3 Years), Public Accounting (3 Years) **Skills:** Computer Literacy, Deadline Management, Effective Written Communication, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Controls, Oral Communications # Grade G15 # Salary Range $84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / Annually