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Reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, the Controller oversees the College’s accounting and financial operations including general ledger, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and budgeting. The Controller will also prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and oversee internal control procedures and is responsible for maintaining the financial records of the College. Additionally, the Controller will monitor and ensure the College’s compliance with laws and/or regulations with regard to accounting and financial reporting and will serve as a staff liaison to the members of the Finance and Investment Committee of the Board of Trustees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily function of the financial operations of the College including cash management, endowment and investment management, accounts payable and receivable, general accounting, grants accounting, employee and student payroll, operating and capital budgets.
• Leads and manages the monthly and year end closing process including the verification of assets, liabilities, revenue, expenditures and fund balances.
• Ensures all accounts and funds are analyzed and reconciled, researches and corrects discrepancies
• Develops and monitors the operating and capital budgets and provide variance analysis between budget and actual results to date.
• Develops or modifies organizational structure, business processes, internal controls and policies to reflect best practices in order to improve efficiency, effectiveness and reduced cost
• Monitors the Financial Accounting System (Banner) and provides recommendations to better utilize system functionality or reporting.
• Coordinates External and Internal Audits and ensures timely completion of all audits.
• Ensures the College’s financial activities comply with all related regulations.
• Oversee the completion of regulatory required reports including tax returns (Form 990) and debt compliance
• Train, develop, manage and coordinate the work efforts of staff within the accounting department and providing financial support across the College
• Interact and provide information and expertise directly with the College President and cabinet pertaining to the financial operations and health of the College

Leadership Qualities and Characteristics:

• Actively support the mission and goals of the Board, President, and the Executive Leadership Team.
• Commitment to support, respect, and empower the contributions of staff and management.
• Create a work environment that values diversity, equity, collaboration, and openness.
• An innovative thinker who demonstrates flexibility, creativity, and a strong desire to collaborate in problem solving.
• Consistently considers the institution's goals and needs before the needs of his/her own departments or personal ones.
• An approachable, inclusive and visible leader and administrator who values excellent customer service.
• A team builder who demonstrates strong employee relations and encourages professional development in staff and managers.
• A team member who enjoys collaborating with others, who seeks the best solution not just consensus, and who understands that the team and its goals are greater than the individual members.
• An experienced administrator with demonstrated ability to balance hands-on management with delegation of responsibilities, while staying actively involved in all areas of responsibility.

Requirements:

• Professional certification as a CPA.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related area
• Seven to ten years’ experience in a corporate or university setting, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Substantial experience providing leadership in complex, diversified organizations, and significant responsibility in the following areas: designing, implementing and managing systems of internal control, personnel and operating policy.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise staff and to successfully manage multiple projects through others in a decentralized organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral presentation skills, and demonstrated analytical skills in problem identification and resolution.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions, Banner experience is preferred

Preferred Skills:

• MBA in Business Administration.
• CIA and/or CMA certification.
• Advanced knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the College at all levels.
• Advanced skills using common desktop/web applications.
• Advanced service orientation skills; excellent skills in management and leadership; advanced ability to use critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making skills to creatively solve problems. Strong orientation toward excellent customer service.
• Advanced knowledge of industry best practices.
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to subordinate supervisors and managers for achievement of objectives

Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 Annually

Manhattan College is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status as a Vietnam-era veteran, ancestry, or political or organizational affiliation.

About Manhattan College

Manhattan College is committed to ensuring equal access to its educational programs and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex/gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/partnership status, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, caregiver status, credit history, arrest/conviction record, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status. This policy adheres to the requirements of Title Seven, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Federal Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, and seeks to implement the objective and methods set forth in the Department of Labor. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Equal opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated cooperation from all members of the Manhattan College Community. We as a College Community must always demonstrate sensitivity and respect for our co-workers, colleagues, students, visitors and alumni...of diverse cultural background. All employees are expected to make every reasonable effo...rt to carry out the Affirmative Action plans of the College. Historically, Manhattan College was founded by the Christian Brothers. Due to the significant shortage of Christian Brothers, Manhattan College gives special consideration to qualified Christian Brothers when filling vacant positions.

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