Foundations Finance Lead — Assistant Controller

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA, invites applications for the Assistant Controller – Foundations. The role supervises daily financial operations of university foundations, ensuring accurate general ledgers, timely reconciliations, and adherence to GAAP.

This position coordinates budgets, supports audits, and may back up the CFO – Foundations. Responsibilities include preparing internal and audited statements, reviewing financial data, and liaising with external auditors while maintaining

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting, business or related field is required; a related bachelor’s with equivalent experience is acceptable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting practices.
• Proficiency with financial reporting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations for multiple nonprofit foundations.
• Prepare and review internal and audited financial statements and other reports.
• Manage the general ledger, reconciliations, and budget coordination.
• Provide financial analysis and variance analysis; support audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Serve as back-up to the CFO – Foundations and ensure adherence to accounting policies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Oral and written communication

Analytical ability

Strong organizational skills

Decision making

Supervisory experience

Education

Master’s degree in accounting/business or related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field with equivalent experience

Tools

MIP Fund Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting software

Job description

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA, invites applications for the Assistant Controller – Foundations. The role supervises daily financial operations of university foundations, ensuring accurate general ledgers, timely reconciliations, and adherence to GAAP.

This position coordinates budgets, supports audits, and may back up the CFO – Foundations. Responsibilities include preparing internal and audited statements, reviewing financial data, and liaising with external auditors while maintaining