Assistant Controller

Saint Michael's College; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

401(k)

Generous paid time off

Employee tuition benefits

Dependent tuition benefits

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Saint Michael's College in Colchester, VT is seeking an Assistant Controller for the Finance Department. This role involves guiding financial operations, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. The ideal candidate should have 7-10 years of experience in higher education accounting and possess an advanced degree. The position offers comprehensive health benefits, generous paid time off, and employee tuition benefits. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is also essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of work experience in Higher Education with a strong accounting/auditing background.
• Ability to work with competing deadlines.
• Experience in change management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day guidance and supervision to financial accounting functions.
• Prepare draft financial statements and regulatory filings.
• Lead preparation of annual tax return.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial supervision

Time management

Process improvement

Education

Advanced degree in business or accounting

Job description

Assistant Controller

Saint Michael's College – Colchester, VT

Job Description

St Michael's College Finance Department is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Controller. Primary responsibilities include providing day to day guidance and operational supervision to the financial accounting function. Prepares draft financial statements required schedules, and related disclosures for year-end financial statements, and related audits. Leads the preparation of the annual tax return and other regulatory filings. Maintains strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; applicable laws and regulations; policies, and procedures to ensure an appropriate level of compliance.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Employee tuition benefits
• Dependent tuition benefits
• Discounted gym membership

Requirements

• An advanced degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferably in the area of business and/or accounting or related field.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of work experience preferably in Higher Education and a strong background in accounting/auditing.
• Ability to work with competing deadlines and have strong time management skills.
• Experience in process improvement and change management is a plus.
• An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Saint Michael's College, inspired by our Edmundite Catholic mission, is committed to diversity and inclusion across our campus community. We are committed to attracting and supporting faculty and staff that fully represent the racial, ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity of the nation, and we actively seek applications from underrepresented groups. Applicants are invited to include in their cover letter and other documents information about how they may contribute to our goal through their research, teaching and/or service.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Saint Michael's College is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, in compliance with applicable provisions of state and federal law that prohibit discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or military service status, HIV-positive test result status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic, as such characteristics and prohibitions are defined by applicable law. The College will not rely inappropriately on such characteristics, or upon related stereotypes or biases, in making employment-related decisions. Also, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship or otherwise would not be required by applicable law, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, as well as any employee who is limited in her ability to perform the functions of her job because of pregnancy, childbirth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth.