Strategic University Controller

California State University, Stanislaus; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Stanislaus invites applications for a full-time Management Personnel Plan (MPP) role in Financial Services, located in Stanislaus - Turlock. The University Controller provides strategic leadership for accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

The position oversees monthly and annual close, grant accounting coordination, audits, and policy development with a focus on technology-enabled improvements.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting/financial management experience including financial reporting and internal controls.
• Three (3) years of experience leading professional accounting staff or managers.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field; additional experience may substitute for education.

Responsibilities

• Lead University and Auxiliary accounting and financial reporting, including Student Financial Services.
• Oversee monthly and annual close processes and general ledger activities.
• Ensure compliance with GASB, FASB, GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate or supervise external audits and grant accounting responsibilities.
• Develop and implement policies, internal controls, and process improvements.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft Finance

Job description

California State University, Stanislaus invites applications for a full-time Management Personnel Plan (MPP) role in Financial Services, located in Stanislaus - Turlock. The University Controller provides strategic leadership for accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

The position oversees monthly and annual close, grant accounting coordination, audits, and policy development with a focus on technology-enabled improvements.