Controller – Higher Education Finance Leader

Eureka College; Eureka (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Paid leave including Vacation, Holiday, and Sick

Job summary

A small private college in Eureka, Illinois is looking for a Controller to manage accounting and financial operations. The successful candidate will oversee compliance, prepare major financial reports, and supervise accounting personnel. A Master's degree in business administration or accounting, alongside 3-5 years of relevant experience, is essential. This role offers an annual salary of $70,000 - $80,000, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 3 – 5 years of daily business office accounting experience.
• Experience supervising staff and meeting compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage college accounting and financial planning functions.
• Oversee financial systems for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and present internal financial reports.

Skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Supervisory skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in business administration or accounting

Tools

General ledger accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

A small private college in Eureka, Illinois is looking for a Controller to manage accounting and financial operations. The successful candidate will oversee compliance, prepare major financial reports, and supervise accounting personnel. A Master's degree in business administration or accounting, alongside 3-5 years of relevant experience, is essential. This role offers an annual salary of $70,000 - $80,000, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative working environment.