Assistant Controller - Urgent Role

We are searching for an expert Assistant Controller to join our passionate team at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI.
Growing your career as a Full Time Assistant Controller is a fantastic opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, people management and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Assistant Controller at Carroll University today!

Description Responsibilities: • Supervise professional staff members within accounting and student accounts staff • Serve as a working manager • Assist the Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration with the management and oversight of accounting operations, Accounts Payable, cash management, payroll, and student billing/receivables • Oversee the training and development of the finance staff, delegate duties and authority to meet departmental needs and organizational goals.


• Serve as the Business Office subject-matter-expert for the finance module of the ERP system. • Serve as the primary external audit liaison between the Business Office and external auditors. • Administer the accounting of the University's endowment, annuity, and other restricted funds • Accountable for ensuring that policies and procedures (internal controls) are in place to provide reasonable assurance that company assets are protected


• Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements including all necessary schedules, reconciliations and allocations • Administer and assist with management of accounting and finance requirements for all federal, state, and private grants, including coordinating required reconciliation, reporting and draws • Work with the finance team to prepare workpapers for various audit and compliance requirements • Supervise the completion of Federal and State tax reporting requirements • Oversee the operation and accounting for federal and private loan funds • Monitor and analyze the collection of University receivables • Research and respond to inquiries from faculty/staff regarding financial operations, policies, procedures, and reporting • Collaborate with various University functions such as Student Organizations, Athletics and Academic areas to ensure that accounting records properly reflect new programs and initiatives • Assist in establishing the annual budget for the Business Office and the University • Monitor the annual budget and collaborate with departments to identify budget trends • Complete surveys and reporting of financial information to outside agencies and governmental bodies • Understand and facilitate usage of computer systems used in financial operations including software upgrades, conversions, programming enhancements and table maintenance • Work with ITS personnel in developing and enhancing financial operations computer systems • Perform in place of the Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration in their absence. • Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications:


Education and/or Experience:


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related business field required; masters degree preferred


• Current CPA licensure preferred


• 5 years of progressively increasing responsibility in the accounting field • Knowledge of nonprofit entity accounting desired Technology Skills: • Proficient with computerized software systems and databases • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite • Experience with higher-education student and financial management systems is preferred Human Relation Skills: • Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type. • Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and a customer service mindset • Effective telephone etiquette, verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work effectively and positively with members of the university's many constituencies • Able to maintain confidentiality • Able to work and make decisions independently • Able to multi-task • Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission • Must be able to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type. Requirements Please submit a cover letter and resume for this position along with this electronic application. Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission. Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff. The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

Benefits of working as a Assistant Controller in Waukesha, WI:

● Excellent benefits
● Opportunities to grow
● Advantageous package