Assistant Comptroller: Strategic University Finance & Compliance

Nacubo; Buies Creek (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell University is seeking an Assistant Comptroller to support the Comptroller and CFO in core accounting, audit, financial reporting, tax compliance, payroll oversight, cash-flow forecasting, and budget support.

This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial information for executive administration and the Board of Trustees, while upholding university policies and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred.
• Experience in higher education or non-profit sector is desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups in written and oral form.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate annual financial statement audit with external auditors and manage deliverables.
• Prepare and coordinate audit areas including net assets, investments, and financial statements.
• Produce financial reporting and analysis for Board of Trustees and executive administration.
• Oversee monthly investment activity recording for endowment portfolio.
• Assist with tax forms such as 990, 1099 series and 1042-S submission.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and monitor payroll operations for accuracy.
• Ensure IPEDS data reporting is timely and compliant.
• Provide monthly cash flow models to CFO and Comptroller.

Skills

Excel expertise

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Payroll oversight

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree or CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Campbell University is seeking an Assistant Comptroller to support the Comptroller and CFO in core accounting, audit, financial reporting, tax compliance, payroll oversight, cash-flow forecasting, and budget support.

This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial information for executive administration and the Board of Trustees, while upholding university policies and internal controls.