Assistant Controller — Higher Education Finance & Compliance

IMDiversity; 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

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.