Strategic AVP, Fiscal Services & Controller

Winthrop University; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop University is seeking an Associate Vice President for Fiscal Services/Controller to provide fiscal leadership and strategic oversight of financial accounting, budgeting and controls. The AVP/Controller will supervise accounting, payroll, budget services and related units, ensuring compliance with regulations and timely reporting.

The role reports to the Vice President for Finance and Business Affairs, with a focus on data-driven decision making, process improvements and cross-campus

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Seven years of experience in finance, accounting, budget management or related field.
• At least three years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and administers the university’s financial operations, including accounting, post award management, accounts payable, payroll, fixed-asset accounting, resource planning and allocation, budget management, purchasing, P-Card administration, risk management, cash management, cashiering, student billing and accounts receivable.
• Builds and maintains effective, high-functioning teams within fiscal operations units.
• Anticipates and leads change with understanding; considers various perspectives and uses appropriate tools to implement changes effectively.
• Establishes and maintains policies, procedures, systems and internal controls based on best practices and compliance with laws.
• Anticipates changes in laws and standards affecting higher education and ensures compliance.
• Works with IT to ensure ERP modules are updated and functioning as intended.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial leadership

Communication skills

Policy development

Education

Master’s degree in accounting or finance

Seven years of experience in finance

Supervisory experience (3+ years)

Job description

Winthrop University is seeking an Associate Vice President for Fiscal Services/Controller to provide fiscal leadership and strategic oversight of financial accounting, budgeting and controls. The AVP/Controller will supervise accounting, payroll, budget services and related units, ensuring compliance with regulations and timely reporting.

The role reports to the Vice President for Finance and Business Affairs, with a focus on data-driven decision making, process improvements and cross-campus