Senior University Controller Not-for-Profit GAAP

Houston Christian University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Christian University is seeking a Controller to provide leadership and hands-on management of the University’s accounting operations and financial reporting. The role ensures GAAP-compliant statements for a not-for-profit higher education institution, maintains internal controls, and oversees key accounting functions including Accounts Payable.

The Controller will lead closing processes, prepare consolidated statements, and partner across campus to strengthen financial processes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Master’s preferred.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Not-for-profit and/or higher education accounting experience preferred.
• Experience preparing GAAP financial statements and consolidated statements.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes with reconciliations and journal entries.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting package (P&L, balance sheet, cash activity, variance analyses).
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and debt covenant reporting.

Skills

CPA

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Master's preferred

Tools

Ellucian Banner Finance

Job description

Houston Christian University is seeking a Controller to provide leadership and hands-on management of the University’s accounting operations and financial reporting. The role ensures GAAP-compliant statements for a not-for-profit higher education institution, maintains internal controls, and oversees key accounting functions including Accounts Payable.

The Controller will lead closing processes, prepare consolidated statements, and partner across campus to strengthen financial processes and