*Revised* Controller

Great Basin College; Elko (NV); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Sick leave

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Great Basin College in Elko, NV, seeks an experienced Controller to lead our financial operations and advise senior leadership. You will oversee accounting, disbursements, student accounts, budgeting, grants, travel, and related services from the VPFO’s office.

The role requires a CPA and several years of finance leadership, with remote work allowed within Nevada and on-campus presence about one week per month. Salary ranges reflect 12-month administrative faculty status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• Five years of progressive financial management experience.
• Two years in higher education, government, or nonprofit accounting is desirable.
• MBA or related field considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and daily management for all financial operations of the College, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with policies.
• Supervise and mentor business office staff across accounting, grants, budgeting, travel, accounts payable/receivable, and student financial services.
• Prepare and oversee annual financial statements and GAAP-compliant documentation.
• Manage year-end close processes and coordinate with external auditors.
• Oversee internal controls, investment management, cash handling, and financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting

GAAP

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting (CPA)

MBA preferred

Tools

Financial systems

Spreadsheets

Auditing

Job description

Job Description Position Summary

Great Basin College (GBC) is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking Controller to join our leadership team. Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Operations (VPFO), the Controller plays a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity, accountability, and strategic stewardship of the College’s resources. This position provides leadership and oversight for GBC’s financial operations, including Accounting, Disbursements, Student Accounts, Travel, Cashiering, Budgeting, Grant Financial Management, and related business services. The Controller serves as a trusted advisor to senior administration, supports institutional decision‑making, and fosters a culture of compliance, accuracy, and service excellence.

Why Join GBC?

At Great Basin College, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing institution that serves communities across rural Nevada. You’ll work with dedicated colleagues in an environment that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration—all while enjoying the quality of life that comes with living and working in the beautiful Great Basin region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and daily management for all financial operations of the College, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with federal, state, and NSHE (Nevada System of Higher Education) policies.


• Supervise and mentor business office staff across areas including accounting, grants, budgeting, travel, accounts payable/receivable, and student financial services.


• Prepare and oversee annual financial statements and supporting documentation in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).


• Manage year‑end financial close processes and coordinate with external auditors.


• Oversee internal controls, investment management, cash handling, and financial reporting.


• Serve as the institutional lead for compliance with purchasing, travel, and fiscal policies.


• Collaborate with GBC leadership, system administrators, and external partners to ensure fiscal accountability and continuous improvement of financial systems.


• Participate in system‑wide and state‑level financial meetings and committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA required)


• Five years of progressive financial management experience preferred


• Two years in higher education, government, or nonprofit accounting is highly desirable.


• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field is highly desirable.


• Proven knowledge of financial systems, GAAP, internal controls, and governmental or fund accounting principles.


• Proficiency with modern financial systems, reporting tools, and spreadsheet applications.


• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills with a customer service orientation.


• High degree of integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to ethical financial management.

Work Environment

This position is eligible for remote work within the State of Nevada. The incumbent is expected to maintain regular engagement with Great Basin College leadership and staff and must be available to work on the Elko campus approximately one week per month. Occasional travel to statewide or national meetings is required. The position involves managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced, professional environment.

Compensation

Grade Administrative Faculty – D

This is a 12 month “A” contract, 12 month contracts are used for year round programs. The budgeted salary range for this position is $86,445 - $125,000. Salary is based on relatable education and experience, internal equity and budgets.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision


• 12 paid holidays


• Life insurance, long‑term disability


• Generous annual and sick leave with 24 annual leave days, a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days


• ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments


• No state income tax!


• Free Parking


• Grants‑in‑aid for Faculty Employees


• Great Basin College is proud to provide a reduced‑rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents


• Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate


• Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner

ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact [e-mail]

• Resume/CV – List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.


• Cover Letter


• Three Supervisory References – Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.


• Additional Information Transcripts Newly hired faculty must assure that their official transcripts are sent by the degree granting institution(s) to Great Basin College Human Resources Office within 30 days from the effective date of employment. Regionally accredited institutions must have awarded academic degrees. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Any expense related to the evaluation will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Background Check

An online background check will be required of the selected applicant; a third‑party administrator will perform this.

Sponsorship

GBC is not able to support sponsorship for employment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Open Until Filled

This posting will be posted for a minimum of 30 days from 5/19/2026 or until filled. Applications may be reviewed upon receipt. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

06/22/2026

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job‑related tasks. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service‑connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

About Great Basin College

Located in the high desert of rural Nevada, Great Basin College is a Carnegie classified baccalaureate and associates degree granting institution embracing a comprehensive hybrid mission to deliver a full four‑year liberal arts and sciences, community college and applied technical learning curricula. With its main campus in Elko, a beautiful site with residential housing and state‑of‑the‑art learning technologies, GBC serves the largest geographic area of Nevada’s colleges. Great Basin College serves the citizens residing in ten of Nevada’s most rural counties, covering 86,514 square miles and bordering five states. This service area includes centers in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Additionally, satellite locations can be found in twenty other frontier communities. Our vast geography is known for its spectacular mountain ranges and picturesque valleys, providing a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Elko is home to several well‑known western museums and the world renown, National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, begun 35 years ago to honor and share the traditions of Western storytelling, nurturing the expressive culture of the American West. GBC provides a “private college” experience with public college affordable access to postsecondary education in an environment that embraces and respects all cultures. It stands among the most innovative colleges in America, integrating many disciplines into single courses and programs, helping students to develop critical thinking and self‑directed learning skills. Graduates of Great Basin College are fully prepared to enter their chosen careers with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the global marketplace. For more information visit GBC or the Area website.

Located in the high desert of rural Nevada, Great Basin College is a Carnegie classified baccalaureate and associates degree granting institution embracing a comprehensive hybrid mission to deliver a full four‑year liberal arts and sciences, community college and applied technical learning curricula. With its main campus in Elko, a beautiful site with residential housing and state‑of‑the‑art learning technologies, GBC serves the largest geographic area of Nevada’s colleges. Great Basin College serves the citizens residing in ten of Nevada’s most rural counties, covering 86,514 square miles and bordering five states. This service area includes centers in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Additionally, satellite locations can be found in twenty other frontier communities. Our vast geography is known for its spectacular mountain ranges and picturesque valleys, providing a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Elko is home to several well‑known western museums and the world renown, National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, begun 35 years ago to honor and share the traditions of Western storytelling, nurturing the expressive culture of the American West. GBC provides a “private college” experience with public college affordable access to postsecondary education in an environment that embraces and respects all cultures. It stands among the most innovative colleges in America, integrating many disciplines into single courses and programs, helping students to develop critical thinking and self‑directed learning skills. Graduates of Great Basin College are fully prepared to enter their chosen careers with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the global marketplace. For more information visit GBC or the Area website.

NSHE Commitment

NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service‑connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.