Controller

University of Hartford

West Hartford, CT

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$99,757–$125,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Administrative Management, Asset Management, Budget Management, Business Process Management, Business Processes, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Data Analysis, External Audit, Federal Tax, Financial Accounting, Financial Administration, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Higher Education, Internal Audit, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Operations, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Process Engineering, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Staff Training, State Tax, Statutory Laws, System Integration (SI), Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

West Hartford, CT

POSTED

1 day ago

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Controller

FLSA Classification
EX

Reports to
Assistant Vice President for Budget Planning and Financial Management

Salary Range
B

Weeks Per Year
52

Work Week
40 hours (minimum)

Position Summary

Assumes responsibility for the management of the University of Hartford's overall financial reporting and internal control structure under the direction of the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO). Directs and oversees financial reporting in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles as well as regulatory and statutory requirements that support the University's financial operation and safeguard its assets. Provides management, guidance and direction to Financial Accounting Services. Performs all duties in full support of the University's mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University's students.

Hiring Range
$99,757.00 - $125,000

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for the development, implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive system of internal controls and procedures designed to comply with federal and state requirements, generally accepted accounting principles and institutional policies and procedures. Oversees internal and external audits and preparation of audit reports. Interprets accounting rules and regulatory requirements that pertain to the University, trains staff in the execution of such requirements as well as develops related policies and procedures which are communicated effectively to the University community in a timely manner. Handles highly sensitive information with confidentiality and tact.
Assists the Assistant Vice President for Planning and Financial Management in development of budget parameters and ongoing impact on the University's overall operations.
Provides strong leadership and oversight over the integrated financial accounting system in an effort to ensure the continuous refinement of business processes designed to increase overall efficiencies and effectiveness within processes/systems functions to provide reliable, auditable financial data, that these processes/systems are linked appropriately to other systems throughout the University, and that such processes/systems provide information useful to management for business process re-engineering and for decisions making.
Consistently analyzes financial data and presents financial reports in an accurate and timely manner. Clearly communicates monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and pertinent information to internal constituents as well as external groups.
Prepares regulatory and financial reports as well as federal and state tax filings as required to satisfy federal, state and higher education requirements. Prepares, analyzes and/or interprets data for presentations of audit results, financial statements and IRS Form 990 to the appropriate Board Committee(s) throughout the year.
Assumes responsibility for the oversight of institutional business units, including Financial Accounting Services. Provides management guidance, direction and evaluation to ensure that the daily operations of these units comply with all regulatory requirements as well as meet the needs of the University community. Develops, implements and maintains the University's debt policy in an effort to ensure debt compliance with bond covenants.
Serves as liaison and/or leads on various University committees as deemed necessary and/or appropriate. Assists the CFAO with staffing the Investment Committee of the Board of Regents and directs the activities associated with the security and investment of the University's assets and funds.
Establishes, cultivates and maintains effective working relationships with external auditors. Serves as a primary liaison with the University's independent auditors. Recommends and implements changes with regard to audit findings. Oversees and/or participates in all other external audit activity.
Assists the CFAO with special ad hoc projects pertaining to highly sensitive issues and performs other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
PS1178P

Working Conditions

Normal office situation, requires travel including overnight stays.

Education

Master's degree required and/or CPA required

Physical Effort

Typcially sitting at a desk or table, light lifting or carrying 25 lbs or less.

Special Skills

The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

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University of Hartford

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