Associate Controller, Financial Reporting and Internal Controls Compliance

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Seven (7) years of full-time experience in financial accounting and/or related operations. Experience with preparation and review of GAAP financial statements, both interim and annual. Experience in assessing, documenting and implementing internal controls. Experience managing and facilitating external audits. Management/supervisory experience. Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel. Proficiency with financial accounting software and reporting tools, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Tableau, or related systems.

Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher). CPA certification or equivalent licensure. Additional years (8+) of experience in financial accounting and/or related operations. Experience working in a government entity. Experience with Oracle Cloud. Previous experience with GASB financial statements.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Associate Controller is integral to the Finance management team, reporting directly to the University Controller. The incumbent will oversee the financial reporting and compliance obligations of the Controller's Office and play a key role in the implementation and oversight of a new ERP system, developing policy and procedure improvements as the project progresses. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, high level interpersonal skills and collaboration with diverse staff at all levels of the organization is essential for this role. The Associate Controller is responsible for leading coaching and developing a team and fostering a culture of exemplary customer service, professionalism and collaboration. Duties include:

• Strategic Planning and Leadership:




• Serve as a key leader within the Controller's Office, providing leadership in daily accounting and finance issues/questions, financial and tax reporting, audits, and short and long-term projects.
• Develop and implement the strategic vision for the Controller's Office and serve as deputy in the University Controller's absence.
• Oversee the long-term financial planning and policy development to support the university's goals and mission.
• Provide financial insights and support for key institutional initiatives and projects.
• Oversee innovative solutions for reporting and compliance obligations.
• Oversee the assessment of potential financial risks, including budget shortfalls and investment losses. Develop plans to address identified risks.
• Direct the establishment of metrics to assess financial health and operational efficiency.
• Oversee staff: Hire, train, supervise, and develop staff.

• Financial Reporting and Compliance:




• Direct or prepare all financial reports.
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations, are reconciled.
• Benchmarking and performance analysis reports.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and university policies and procedures.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and ensure that findings or recommendations are addressed.
• Provide oversight for effective internal controls and ensure appropriate documentation for use in audits.

• System Implementation and Compliance:




• Oversee the implementation of the new Oracle system, including proposing and executing new changes in policies and procedures.
• Oversee the accounting design and process flows for major reporting and analytical purposes. Ensure that policies are aligned with current laws and practices.
• Analyze and identify strengths and weaknesses within the Oracle system and create and/or update processes to address any weaknesses.
• Streamline and develop policies, procedures, and systems related to financial reporting, transaction processing, and financial controls within the new financial and HR Systems.
• Ensure new accounting system functionality and post-implementation is tested and reviewed.
• Evaluate open risks, develop procedures/practices, and develop solutions to ensure compliance.
• Engage with SUNY auditors and implement and manage changes to improve financial practices.

• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and department mission.
  
  

Special Notes:
This is a Management Confidential position. This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 60 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. For full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date. If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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