Strategic AVP, Fiscal Services & Compliance

State of South Carolina; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 123,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC, seeks an Associate Vice President/Controller to provide fiscal leadership over financial accounting, budgeting, and compliance. You will design systems based on best practices and ensure timely, accurate reporting in GAAP and GASB contexts.

Leadership responsibilities include supervising accounting services, budgeting, payroll, and student financial services, building cross-functional teams, and guiding strategic financial planning in support of the

Qualifications

• Master's degree in accounting or finance.
• CPA credential required.
• Seven years of experience in finance and accounting.
• At least three years of supervisory experience.
• Expert knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and FASB standards.
• Working knowledge of taxes for a public higher education institution.
• Proficiency with ERP systems common to higher education.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and administers the university's financial operations.
• Oversees accounting, post award management, accounts payable, payroll and budgeting.
• Leads cross-relational teams within fiscal operations.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal laws and reporting.
• Manages annual audit and external reporting requirements.
• Partners with IT to update ERP modules.

Job description

Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC, seeks an Associate Vice President/Controller to provide fiscal leadership over financial accounting, budgeting, and compliance. You will design systems based on best practices and ensure timely, accurate reporting in GAAP and GASB contexts.

Leadership responsibilities include supervising accounting services, budgeting, payroll, and student financial services, building cross-functional teams, and guiding strategic financial planning in support of the