Title: NSU AVP/ University Controller
State Role Title: Administrative Lecturer
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Credentials and Experience
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Norfolk State University
Location:Norfolk State University
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public G
Job Duties
The Controller assumes responsibility for the universitys financial reporting process. This position is responsible for all areas leading to the creation of financial statements. This includes:
- Managing the functional part of system upgrades and implementations quarterly reporting on audit findings ARMICS cost accounting grants and contracts fixed assets etc.
- The Controller leads the administrative effectiveness effort for the Controllers department for SACSCOC attends staff meetings assists with board of visitors reporting and policy development and updates and fields daytoday questions from departments.
- The Controller provides operational management for a team of finance professionals.
- The Controller provides leadership and management of the Controllers Office while performing highly technical duties in the division of Finance and Administration.
- The Controller ensures financial compliance with regulatory requirements to support its financial stability and academic mission.
- As a member of the finance management team the Controller works closely with the Vice President of Finance and Administration in all areas of financial responsibility. Additional Job Duties:
- Lead and manage the universitys accounting operations including the general ledger cash operations and revenue accounting.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with applicable standards.
- Oversee the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Develop and maintain internal controls risk management protocols and fraud preventionmechanisms to safeguard financial assets and ensure the integrity of accounting information.
- Manage and optimize cash flow including monitoring daily cash operations and overseeing accounts receivable and payable.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to enhance financial strategies and support
University objectives. - Supervise the accounting team providing mentorship training and development
opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Oversee compliance with federal and state financial regulations (GASB FASB ARMICS
SarbanesOxley Title III etc.).
- Conduct regular financial reviews and audits to identify areas of improvement and
implement corrective actions.
- Support the annual budgeting process and longterm financial planning initiatives.
- Function as the primary liaison between accounting and external auditors ensuring a
Smooth audit process. - Implement and refine accounting policies procedures and systems to improve efficiency
and accuracy.
- Oversee grants and sponsored program accounting ensuring compliance with federal
state and private funding agencies.
- Provide strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership based on financial performance and trends.
- Mentor and develop the finance team fostering a culture of accountability professional
growth and operational excellence. - Demonstrated experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Ability to think critically and creatively have a high standard of integrity and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.
- The ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgment in the establishment
interpretation application and enforcement of all rules regulations and policies. - Strong customer service skills ability to work in a collaborative environment and the ability to communicate accounting matters to nonfinancial University constituents.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and expertise in accounting and financial management operations through
participation in professional organizations.
Maintain positive working relationships with the university community and external financial
reporting agencies.
Ability to perform detailed work independently as well as in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a diverse group of professionals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels of the
organization.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in accounting Business Administration Finance or a related field
required. - Three years of fulltime experience as a controller preferably in higher education.
- Two years of management experience in general ledger accounting operations.
- Four years of supervisory experience.
Additional Considerations
- Masters degree strongly preferred.
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification strongly preferred.
- Preference is given for experience in a complex financial setting.
- Knowledge of higher education business practices.
- Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginias business practices and the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual.
- Knowledge of ARMICS and/or Sarbanes Oxley; knowledge of Banner eVA or Cardinal
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Norfolk State University
Phone:
Email: No email address is needed.
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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