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Springfield, TN - USA

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Not Disclosed

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EVANGEL UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY CONTROLLER

JOB DESCRIPTION


JOB TITLE: University Controller

DEPARTMENT: Business and Finance

CLASSIFICATION: Salaried Exempt/Commensurate with education and experience

STATUS: Fulltime/12 mo. Staff


EU MISSION STATEMENT: Evangel University is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to become Spiritempowered servants of God who impact the Church and society globally.

JOB SUMMARY: The University Controller reports to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions of the university ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining the integrity of financial reporting. This role provides strategic financial guidance and analytical support develops policies and procedures to enhance financial operations and ensures sound fiscal management to support the universitys mission.


Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management and Reporting

Oversee the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records and reports.

Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Account Principles (GAAP) and federal and state financial reporting requirements.

Lead financial audits liaising with external auditors and regulatory agencies.

Develop and implement internal financial controls to safeguard university assets.

Accounting and Compliance

Manage all accounting functions including but not limited to the general ledger accounts payable grant accounting fixed assets and endowment management

Ensure compliance with tax regulations including IRS Form 990 reporting and other financial filings.

Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.

Ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations as well as university policies and procedures.

Budgeting and Financial Planning

Manage the annual budgeting process including the preparation of budgets forecasts and financial plans.

Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisionmaking.

Monitor financial performance identifying areas for cost savings and operational improvements.

Monitor cash flow investments and debt management to ensure financial stability.

Leadership and Collaboration

Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to ensure financial transparency and efficiency.

Supervise and mentor the accounting and finance team fostering a collaborative and highperformance work environment.

Collaborate with other departments to support financial planning and resource allocation.


Qualifications and Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field (Masters degree preferred).

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.

Minimum of 710 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management preferably in a higher education or a nonprofit organization.

Skills and Competencies:

Strong knowledge of accounting principles fund accounting preferred financial reporting and budgeting.

Excellent analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.

Proficiency in financial accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Effective leadership and team management abilities.

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

Excellent communication and people skills.


Evangel University is an equal opportunity employer participating in the EVerify program.

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