(FT) Executive Director, Fiscal Services and Controller

Atlantic Corporation; Mays Landing (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Pension/Defined Contribution Plans

Medical and Prescription

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Atlantic Cape Community College seeks an Executive Director, Fiscal Services & Controller to lead the College’s accounting, reporting and cash management functions. You will ensure GAAP/GASB compliance, manage annual audits, and provide strategic financial analysis to support budgeting and institutional planning.

The role requires a CPA/CMA or MBA and a minimum of seven years’ progressive accounting experience, with supervisory responsibilities in a higher education setting preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Strong leadership and team-management capabilities.
• Proven ability to deliver accurate financial reporting and analyses.
• Experience with ERP/MIS and regulatory compliance (GAAP/GASB).
• Familiarity with higher education financial operations preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lead daily accounting, reporting and record-keeping activities.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audit with external auditors.
• Provide cash flow planning and liquidity management insights.
• Oversee payroll operations and HR collaboration on benefits and deductions.

Kenntnisse

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Leadership/mentorship

Data-driven management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration

CPA/CIA/CMA or MBA

Tools

Ellucian Colleague

Jobbeschreibung

Description

The Executive Director, Fiscal Services & Controller provides comprehensive daily administration, strategic leadership and technical expertise across all accounting, financial reporting, cash management, student accounts and record keeping functions. This position is responsible for the technical accuracy of the management information system and maintaining strict compliance with federal, state and local regulations and upholding college policy.

Examples of Duties

Financial Leadership and Reporting

• Leads the daily administration and technical execution of the College’s accounting, reporting and record-keeping systems
• Ensures accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Coordinates the annual financial statement audit and serves as a primary institutional liaison with external auditors
• Delivers financial analysis, forecasting, financial modeling and account reconciliations and schedules to support institutional health
• Provides institutional cash flow planning and cash forecasting to ensure adequate liquidity and financial stability
• Serves as an authorized bank signatory
• Cultivates a culture of alignment across the Division of Finance to advance the College’s Strategic Plan and student-centered goals
• Supports the development and implementation of the College's annual operating budget
• Provides strategic financial leadership and decision-support analysis, supporting institutional planning and resource allocation decisions
• Leads process-improvement and automation initiatives within the Division of Finance

Compliance, Internal Controls and System Integrity

• Establishes and maintains appropriate internal controls and financial procedures
• Evaluates processes and internal controls for compliance with accounting standards, federal, state, local and grant regulatory guidelines, including compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), FERPA privacy laws, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) and other applicable regulations
• Develops and updates policies and procedures related to financial administration, accounting, student accounts, and cash management
• Maintains current knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP, GASB), federal/state regulatory guidance, and institutional requirements
• Monitors financial risks and proactively recommends corrective actions
• Develops and maintains procedures to mitigate financial risk and ensure strong internal control environments
• Ensures timely and accurate generation of Federal and State annual regulatory reporting, including but not limited to W-2s, 1099s, 1098Ts, and 1095s

Supervision and Operational Oversight

• Supervises, mentors and evaluates reporting personnel, effectively planning and delegating workflows to staff, while inspiring a team culture that connects daily compliance work to the broader institutional mission and student success goals
• Oversees payroll operations including monthly, quarterly and annual payroll reporting, while collaborating closely with Human Resources on payroll including employee benefits and deductions
• Manages day-to-day office logistics, ensuring the team has the necessary support to meet deadlines

Collaboration

• Partners with Information Technology to champion process-improvement and ensure the ongoing technical accuracy of the management information system
• Collaborates with cross-functional divisions, including Enrollment Management, Financial Aid, Information Technology, Academic Affairs, and Student Affairs on student financial processes
• Provides strategic recommendations to the CFO regarding operational improvements, regulatory updates and systems updates
• Supports and implements initiatives aligned with the College’s Mission, Strategic Plan and key focus areas
• Serves on College committees
• Performs related duties as assigned

Education

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration (Required)
• Active Professional certification (CPA, CIA or CMA) or an MBA (Required)

Experience

• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible accounting/finance experience
• Five years of direct supervisory and team management experience
• Experience directly overseeing financial operations
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, internal controls, auditing, and fiscal compliance
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Management Information System (MIS) experience, preferably Ellucian Colleague
• Higher Education/ Community College accounting experience (Strongly Preferred)

Competencies And Skills

• Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office/365 and data-driven management reporting tools
• Effective communication and critical thinking skills
• Effective team development and conflict resolution skills
• Advanced knowledge of accounting and record-keeping procedures
• Experience with fund accounting and GASB standards, preferred

Supplemental Information

Terms of Employment

• Full-time, primarily located at the Mays Landing Campus, this position may require flexible scheduling at any Atlantic Cape campus and at college events.

Atlantic Cape offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including:

• Pension/Defined Contribution Plans
• Medical and Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off