Assistant Comptroller: Strategic Finance Leader & Workday Specialist

The JOY FM; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Spherion Gainesville, FL is seeking an Assistant Comptroller to join the finance leadership team and shape financial strategy. This full-time, direct-hire role partners with executive leadership to strengthen internal controls, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate accounting across funds.

The successful candidate will hold CPA licensure, have higher education experience, and be proficient with Workday, supporting reporting, compliance, and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• CPA licensure required.
• Experience in a higher education setting preferred.
• Experience with Workday.

Responsibilities

• Support the Comptroller and CFO in financial planning, reporting, compliance and internal control management.
• Provide expert analysis, recommendations, and technical guidance.
• Oversee complex accounting transactions across multiple funds for accuracy and timeliness of records.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports and ad hoc analyses.
• Lead internal audits and support external audits.
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies within Workday.

Skills

CPA licensure

Higher education experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Spherion Gainesville, FL is seeking an Assistant Comptroller to join the finance leadership team and shape financial strategy. This full-time, direct-hire role partners with executive leadership to strengthen internal controls, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate accounting across funds.

The successful candidate will hold CPA licensure, have higher education experience, and be proficient with Workday, supporting reporting, compliance, and data-driven decision making.