Controller

HR Partners
Manhattan, KS
Category Accounting
Job Description
Role Overview

The Controller serves as the College's senior accounting officer, providing hands-on expertise for accounting, financial reporting, compliance, cash management, grants accounting, and internal controls.

What You Will Do

The position is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, timely monthly and year-end close, preparation of financial statements and required reports, audit coordination, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Controller serves as the primary financial advisor to executive leadership, providing day-to-day financial analysis, budgeting support, and key financial information to inform long-range forecasting and other high-level financial decisions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
  • CPA or CMA certification and/or a master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
  • Minimum five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, year-end close, and audit support

Benefits

  • Pay Grade 14 ($66,914 - $108,735 salary)
  • Benefits not explicitly mentioned in the posting
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