University Controller

Job Details

Job Location: Bethany Campus - Bethany, OK

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%Description

Full Time / Salary / Exempt

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

JOB SUMMARY:

Works in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer to oversee the financial aspects of the University to ensure accuracy, efficiency and compliance in the safeguarding of the assets of the University, to properly record and classify all financial transactions, and to carry out the mission of the University as it relates to the areas of accounting and finance (AR, AP, payroll, internal controls, etc.) investment/asset management, banking, business relationships, and other areas as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

Oversight and management of assigned personnel

Oversight and management of General Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Cash management, Internal Controls, External Audits and other related financial responsibilities as assigned.

Oversight and management of Donor contributions and receipts whether in cash or other assets ensuring the proper assignment, procedures and accounting to ensure proper handling.

Oversight and management of University Budgets including systems, development of new processes and training.

Oversight and management of the annual audit report and development of financial statements

Internal reporting for departments - primarily around revenue and expense reporting.

Reconciliation of ledger accounts, payments, contracts, and other similar structures

Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual "closing" processes.

Understand and work through fund accounting processes utilized for internal reporting

Oversee the integrity of all accounting entries and reporting requirements for the University

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships

Ability to work independently

Ability to operate office equipment

Ability to provide quality customer service

Additional duties as assignedQualifications

Required Qualifications:

Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.

An understanding of the importance for diversity, inclusion and equity.

B.S. or B.A. Degree in Accounting

Active CPA issued in the U.S. is required for minimum 10 years

GAAP and FASB knowledge and understanding

Minimum of five (5) years of related work experience

Advanced knowledge and utilization of Microsoft Excel

Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environment

Typing and spelling competency

Experience with various computer software applications

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.

Supervision Exercised:

May be responsible for the coordination of work assignments for student employees.

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Benefits

Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.

Permanent