University Controller

Position Description & Details

Job Title: University Controller

Location: Mayville State University - Mayville, ND - A hybrid work arrangement is available, combining on-campus and remote work. The schedule will be established with the supervisor.

Compensation: Full Salary Range: $92,743 - $129,840

Hiring Range: $92,743 - $111,292. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates with education or qualifications exceeding the minimum requirements may be considered for compensation above the hiring range.

Benefits: Includes single or family health care coverage with premiums paid by the university, basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, and sick leave. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

Who can apply: Internal/external candidates eligible to work in the United States. Mayville State University will not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

FLSA: Exempt

Recruitment: Internal and External

Start Date: TBD

About Mayville State University

Since 1889, Mayville State University has embraced its tradition of Personal Service and commitment to excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Student-Focused Support, Excellence, Diversity, and Integrated Leadership, we are dedicated to helping individuals succeed and become strong leaders and engaged citizens, one person at a time.

Our welcoming campus community fosters meaningful connections, individualized support, and a strong sense of belonging. If you share our commitment to Personal Service and our core values, we encourage you to apply and consider the positive impact you can have on the lives of our students and the communities we serve.

Position Information

The University Controller provides leadership and oversight for Mayville State Universitys accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and related Business Office operations. This position is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely reporting of university financial information, maintaining sound accounting practices and internal controls, supporting institutional budgeting and audit activities, and providing financial guidance to campus departments. The Controller also supervises Business Office staff and works closely with the Vice President for Business Affairs to promote effective stewardship of university resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of annual financial statements and institutional financial reports.
• Analyze university funds and financial activity to ensure accurate reporting and sound financial management.
• Assist in the development of annual and biennial budgets and provide financial information to support institutional decision-making.
• Coordinate audit activities and serve as a primary contact for State Auditor questions and information requests.
• Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls and oversee general ledger activity, reconciliations, capital projects, leases, and other specialized accounting functions.
• Ensure compliance with loan covenants and disclosures.
• Oversee university cash-handling practices, purchasing card processes, procurement-related activities, and PCI compliance.
• Provide financial guidance, training, and assistance to university departments and managers.
• Oversee tuition development, including financial analysis and recommendations related to tuition and fee structures.
• Provide financial analysis and oversight of auxiliary operations, including dining services, bookstore, and other university auxiliary enterprises.
• Oversee university inventory processes, including ensuring annual inventory is completed and accurately recorded.
• Supervise and provide direction to Business Office staff and participate in the development and review of Business Office policies and procedures.
• Support the Vice President for Business Affairs and other university leadership with financial analysis, reporting, and special projects.
• Work within an atmosphere of continuous process improvement by engaging with leadership, co-workers, and System Office accounting staff to ensure the most efficient and seamless procedures as possible.
• Identify areas of risk and assist with solutions to ensure compliance and mitigate risk as much as possible.

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, practices, techniques, and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, auditors, and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and collaborative problem-solving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, and support to employees and campus departments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting.
• Five years of professional accounting or auditing experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience or
• Working knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, techniques, and regulations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) designation.

Application Materials

Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered fully:

• A letter of application.
• A current resume/CV.
• Three professional references.

Application review will begin November 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Mayville State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity. North Dakota veterans preference laws apply to this position. Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and, if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability. The State of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment.

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