University Controller Position Available In Shelby, Tennessee

University Controller 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Memphis, TN Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number TBD Category Administrative Executive Department Accounting Office Minimum Position Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or related field and eight years of accounting/auditing experience, with at least two years in a responsible management position and previous working knowledge of accounting information systems and technology. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Special Conditions The department is especially interested in candidates with an advanced degree in Accountancy/Business and/or Certified Public Accountant certification with work experience beyond the minimum qualifications and experience in a college/university or other government environment, including research and grant activities as well as experience preparing financial information for a governing board. Work Schedule Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule. Posting Date 04/28/2025 Closing Date Open Until Screening Begins Yes Hiring Range Commensurate with experience

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Benefits Eligible Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Additional Working Conditions Special Instructions to Applicants Initial screening date is Friday, May 9th and each Friday thereafter until filled. All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised Assistant Controller General Accounting Manager Accounts Payable Manager Payroll Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Additional Position Information Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only) Job Duties Duties & Responsibilities Provides management, supervision and leadership to the units assigned to the Controller and coordinates those activities among other Business and Finance area activities, and among other University departments and activities. Provides direct oversight and management over Assistant Controller, Financial Reporting, General Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Payroll functions. Duties & Responsibilities Directs the planning, execution and delivery of the University’s financial reporting activities to all constituents. Coordinates and implements key professional accounting functions, including financial audits; general ledger, bank and other operational related reconciliations; forecasting, planning and preparation of financial reports; funds reconciliation and reporting, fixed assets and inventory control, and debt management. Performs key research on accounting issues and is responsible for planning functions, including automated information management systems for assigned areas of responsibility. Maintains current knowledge of GAAP and GASB pronouncements that impact financial reporting and overall financial functions of the University. Duties & Responsibilities Confers regularly with the AVP for Finance and applicable staff and faculty to plan, coordinate, and evaluate financial policies and procedures. Coordinates with AVP of Finance to respond to Internal Audit requests and recommendations. Serves on various committees, and participates in University-wide planning and coordinating activities. Coordinates University and Student Business Services (USBS) reporting activities and initiatives with AVP for Finance. Responsible for University Risk Assessment Process. Additionally, responsible for updating and improving internal controls and related policies and procedures over accounting. The Controller should be able to deliver valuable reporting that includes non-financial key performance indicators and added-value explanations. Duties & Responsibilities Maintains regular communication networks with all key and applicable internal and external parties to ensure accurate and timely awareness and response to budgetary and financial information and regulatory requests. Coordinates with AVP to provide primary management coordination with external auditors. Remains current with developments and changes in government regulations, court decisions, and higher education practices related to finance, accounting, payroll and directives and policies initiated by the State, Tennessee Higher Education Commission, and the University. Duties & Responsibilities Works with the AVP for Finance to provide appropriate and meaningful financial information and metrics to the Board of Trustees. Prepares presentations for the Board of Trustees and responses to Board inquiries with AVP. Duties & Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.