Strategic University Controller | Lead Finance & Workday

Hamline University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 112,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

403(b) retirement plan

403(b) matching

Paid time off

Tuition waiver

FSA

HSA

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hamline University, located in Saint Paul, MN, seeks a seasoned financial leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and student accounts. The role ensures the integrity of the university's financials, safeguarding assets, and delivering timely financial reporting for audits, taxes, and grants.

You will drive staff development and enhance inter- and intra-departmental collaboration. The position reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer and guides a team of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting.
• 5–7 years’ experience in accounting or finance.
• CPA certification (active or inactive) preferred.
• Experience with Workday ERP system.
• GAAP and FASB knowledge.
• Strong MS Word and Excel skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and interact with all levels of staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop staff in accounting, payroll, and student accounts.
• Ensure integrity of the University’s financials and timely financial information.
• Coordinate external audits and prepare tax returns.
• Prepare quarterly financial statements and budget analyses.
• Oversee access, security, and configuration of the Workday ERP.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

FASB knowledge

MS Word

Excel

ERP systems

Communications

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Workday ERP

Job description

Hamline University, located in Saint Paul, MN, seeks a seasoned financial leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and student accounts. The role ensures the integrity of the university's financials, safeguarding assets, and delivering timely financial reporting for audits, taxes, and grants.

You will drive staff development and enhance inter- and intra-departmental collaboration. The position reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer and guides a team of