Assistant Controller

University of California Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California Riverside seeks an Assistant Controller to lead the Business & Financial Services division. This full-time role is pivotal for managing accounting processes and compliance within a university environment. The position demands extensive experience, strong leadership, and analytical skills, combined with an understanding of financial systems, particularly in higher education.

Qualifications

• 8 - 13 years of related experience required.
• Professional certification preferred.
• Supervisory/managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leadership and management of General & Plant Accounting.
• Develop and manage accounting-related processes.
• Supervise and lead fiscal year-end closing processes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Decision-Making

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

MBA/Master's Degree in related field

Tools

Oracle Cloud Financials

Common desktop/web applications

Job description

Assistant Controller

University of California Riverside

Job Number: 31681243
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Salary: $107,200 - $207,200

Position Information
The Assistant Controller reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor-Business & Financial Services and Controller and serves as the deputy of the Business & Financial Services division. The position is responsible for the leadership, strategic planning, and management of General & Plant Accounting and extramural funds. Responsibilities include the development and management of accounting-related processes and controls involving the general ledger: contracts and grants, endowments, gift funds, sales & services, auxiliary and plant funds, cash management and banking, access and controls, and year-end closing and audit.

The full salary range for the Assistant Controller is $107,200.00 - $207,200.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $107,200.00 - $157,200.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Education
Education Requirements

Degree
Requirement Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required MBA/Master's Degree in related field. Preferred

Certifications

Certification
Requirement Professional certification. Preferred


Experience

Experience
Requirement 8 - 13 years of related experience. Required Previous supervisory/managerial experience. Preferred Substantial recent experience with managing related financial system processes (i.e., general ledger, post-award administration). Required


Minimum Requirements
Special Condition Requirement Must successfully complete background investigation. Required Travel Required Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required Due to the intensity of fiscal year end closing, vacations are not normally granted in July. Weekend and evening work may be required. Required


Preferred Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations and regulatory compliance requirements.
Strong analytical skills.
Skill developing meaningful performance measures and using results to implement process improvements.
Sophisticated service orientation, strong management skills, leadership skills, sound judgment and decision-making, critical thinking, creative problem solving, and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Expert level knowledge of and experience with interpreting and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards, university fund accounting principles and federal sponsored projects policy.
Excellent skills using common desktop/web applications.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels.
Knowledge of industry best practices.
Skill in designing, implementing, and evaluating internal controls in accounting processes.
Skill recruiting, managing, developing, retaining and promoting a diverse professional staff.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


Additional Information
Working knowledge of UC policies and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of the organization's operational, personnel, and financial transactions and financial systems.

Oracle Cloud Financials experience.

CPA or equivalent professional certification.

Work experience in a higher education environment.



To apply, please visit: https://irecruitportal.ucr.edu/irecruit/!Controller?action=jobs_webui.show_page&page=jobs_detail&requisition_id=31681243&profile_id=&module=jobs







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