Associate Controller - Accounting and Reporting
Associate Controller - Accounting and Reporting
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Working Title: Associate Controller - Accounting and Reporting
State Role Title:Administrative and Professional Faculty
Position Type:Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Finance
Department: 300123 - Accounting Services AUX
Pay Rate:Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount:Commensurate with Experience
Is this a JMU only positionNo
Is this a grant-funded positionNo
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionYes. This successful candidate must complete a statement of personal economic interest prior to their first day of employment.
Beginning Review Date:09/06/2025
About JMU:
Mission
We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
Vision
To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are
Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts science and technology and professional disciplines at the undergraduate masters and doctoral levels. The university is committed to expanding diversity fostering equity and inclusion and supporting superlative teaching and scholarship. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction and innovative faculty research.
General Information:
The Associate Controller - Accounting & Reporting will be responsible for managing a broad range of financial activities ensuring the timely preparation of key financial reports overseeing audits and leading efforts related to fixed assets surplus property and international accounting programs. Additionally the role includes direct supervision of staff with a focus on fostering a collaborative high-performing team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare and manage key financial statements including annual reports and quarterly management reviews.
- Prepare reports for presentation to the Board of Visitors and Senior Management on the Universitys financial health.
- Develop and analyze cash flow statements ensuring they accurately reflect the financial condition of the University.
- Monitor debt capacity and prepare bond documents as directed by Treasury or Bond Counsel.
- Oversee Federal and State Indirect Cost Studies and auxiliary mid-year reviews.
2. Audit Coordination
- Coordinate both internal and independent audits of the Universitys financial statements and cost studies.
- Formulate and implement responses to audit findings and management letters ensuring a positive practical action plan is in place.
- Timely and efficiently respond to auditors requests for information ensuring smooth and successful audits.
3. Fixed Assets & Surplus Property Management
- Ensure proper control and classification of fixed assets for accurate financial reporting.
- Calculate depreciation expenses in accordance with university accounting standards.
- Supervise the disposal of surplus property ensuring compliance with university policies and regulatory requirements.
4. International Accounting Program
- Oversee the fiscal operations of the International Accounting Program ensuring that all expenditures are accurately classified and controlled.
- Manage banking activities for international programs and maintain strong relationships with the Office of International Programs (OIP).
5. Employee Supervision & Development
- Provide effective supervision guidance and feedback to staff ensuring objectives are clearly defined and aligned with departmental goals.
- Conduct performance evaluations on time addressing any performance issues and providing support for professional development.
- Foster a team-oriented environment that promotes collaboration growth and accountability.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Certified Public Accountant
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field (Masters preferred).
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in financial reporting accounting or audit management
- Expertise in financial reporting auditing and debt management.
- Ability to manage complex financial systems and software.
- Proven ability to supervise and mentor a team promoting both individual and team success.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
- Strong understanding of NACUBO standards fixed asset management and international accounting practices.
- Strong background in higher education or public sector finance.
Additional Posting Information:
JMUs Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information please visit of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: .
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at or You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office located at 752 Ott Street Harrisonburg VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
