Assistant Controller — GAAP & Financial Reporting Lead

University of California, Riverside; California (MO); On-site; USD 93,200 - 174,200; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside seeks an Assistant Controller – Financial Audit and Reporting to oversee the accuracy of financial statements, ensure GAAP and regulatory compliance, and prepare reports for executive leadership.

The role conducts budget-to-actual variance analysis, supports the CFO in strategic financial planning and forecasting, and helps establish standardized reporting templates across departments. Sponsorship is not available for visas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 8–13 years of related experience.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accuracy of financial statements.
• Ensure GAAP/GASB/regulatory compliance.
• Prepare financial reports for executive leadership.
• Provide budget‑to‑actual variance analysis.
• Support the CFO in strategic financial planning and forecasting, including reporting templates.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

CPA or equivalent professional certification

Tools

Oracle Cloud Financials

Excel

Job description

University of California, Riverside seeks an Assistant Controller – Financial Audit and Reporting to oversee the accuracy of financial statements, ensure GAAP and regulatory compliance, and prepare reports for executive leadership.

The role conducts budget-to-actual variance analysis, supports the CFO in strategic financial planning and forecasting, and helps establish standardized reporting templates across departments. Sponsorship is not available for visas.