Assistant/Associate Controller for Sources

Whitman College; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitman College seeks an Assistant/Associate Controller for Sources to oversee financial operations related to student accounts, ensure compliance with legal financial regulations, and manage a team. This role provides pivotal support for the College’s financial services, fostering an inclusive and efficient processing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with student accounts and accounts receivable.
• Strong understanding of Department of Education regulations.
• Proven track record in managing financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of Student Accounts, Accounts Receivable, and Trust activities.
• Prepare financial reports and coordinate data for audits.
• Supervise daily operations and oversee student accounts functions.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Internal Controls

Legal Compliance

Accounting Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

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**Assistant/Associate Controller for Sources**

**Whitman College**

• Compensation:** $83,232 - $104,040
  
  

WHITMAN COLLEGE

Located in the historic community of http://www.wallawalla.org/, Whitman's vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country.

http://whitman.edu/ is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college's working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO).

POSITION PURPOSE

The Assistant/Associate Controller for Sources is responsible for managing and administering the operations of Student Accounts, Accounts Receivable, Trust and Endowments, Student Loans, and Off-Campus Rentals activities. The Associate Controller reports to the Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Finance and Controller and leads a team of three professionals, ensuring effective management and administration of these key financial functions.

SALARY

This posting is for either an Assistant Controller or an Associate Controller. Please refer to the Qualifications section for details. The salary range for the Assistant Controller is $83,232-$93,636, and for the Associate Controller, it is $96,637-$104,040.

Principal Accountabilities

Finance Operations & Oversight (50%). In connection with Whitman College's current fund and its ongoing operations, the Associate Controller for Sources works to support the following functions and activities in the Office of Accounting and Business Services (ABS):

• Internal Controls: Recommend strategies to the AVP for designing, implementing, and maintaining an effective system of internal controls to prevent and detect fraud and/or errors while safeguarding the College's revenue and cash.
• Processes and Procedures: Advise the AVP on designing, implementing, and maintaining an effective accounting system for the College's revenue, ensuring accuracy, clarity, consistency, reliability, timeliness, and efficiency. Strive to promote a paperless process and leverage technology when available. Prepare office policies and procedures as needed and ensure they are clear, concise, and well-documented.
• Student Accounts: Serve as backup to the Manager of Student Accounts and collaborate with the Student Financial Aid Office regarding scholarships awarded to students.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and coordinate financial reports and analyses as requested by internal and external users, including financial data, IPEDS and other survey requests.
• Legal Compliance: Develop and maintain expertise in Department of Education regulations for Perkins loans and student financial aid.
• Supervision: Oversee staff and daily operations of the student accounts functions within the Office of Accounting and Business Services, including accounts receivable and student loans. Direct reports include the Student Accounts Manager, an Accounting Specialist focused on student accounts and accounts receivable, and an Accounting Specialist dedicating 25% of their time to nonresident alien tax work.
• Audit: Support the AVP in preparing audit workpapers relate

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Higher Education

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