Assistant Controller & Finance Operations Lead

Wenatchee Valley College; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenatchee Valley College is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel and student finance, and to provide leadership in journal entries and internal controls.

The role reports to the Controller, supports financial statements preparation, and may stand in for the Controller as needed. Strong knowledge of GASB/FASB and audit readiness is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field.
• Experience in GASB/FASB accounting principles, and reconciling ledgers and accounts.
• Five years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of internal controls and separation of duties.
• Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel preferred).
• Or, if you do not meet one or more of qualifications listed above but have an applicable combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Under direction of the controller, manage, plan and perform assigned accounting functions to support the college's academic and ancillary programs.
• Oversee the travel and accounts payable systems for the college, providing services to the campus community and reconciling ledgers.
• Manage the student finance and cashiering operations, including service to students, overall accounts receivable and cash receipts, and reconciling ledger accounts.
• Assume responsibilities and duties of the controller during their absence, providing oversight of fiscal operations.
• Assist in developing and implementing accounting policies, procedures and training to produce results that meet audit requirements.
• Support the controller and vice president of finance and administration in the preparation of the District’s financial statements.
• Perform internal audits and update the controller and vice president for finance and administration on results.
• Reconciling State and Federal Work-Study, ensuring work authorizations are entered correctly.
• Responding to inquiries from faculty, staff, and students regarding financial matters and providing guidance on financial policies and procedures.
• Prepare, review and create journal entries as needed.
• Coach and mentor accounting personnel for job growth.
• Train and supervise direct reports on accordance with negotiated agreements.
• Maintain files and supporting documentation for all areas of responsibility in compliance with audit requirements.
• Maintain positive working relationships with college departments and staff, State Board for Community and Technical Colleges, local and federal agencies, vendors and the public.
• Serve on college committees.

Skills

GASB/FASB accounting

Ledger reconciliation

Internal controls

FERPA confidentiality

Microsoft Word and Excel

Communication with faculty/staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wenatchee Valley College is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel and student finance, and to provide leadership in journal entries and internal controls.

The role reports to the Controller, supports financial statements preparation, and may stand in for the Controller as needed. Strong knowledge of GASB/FASB and audit readiness is required.