Assistant Controller Position Available In Washington, Pennsylvania

Under the direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller position will be an active member of the accounting team and will work closely with the Controller to ensure accounting and internal control compliance across our three campuses. This role with have direct responsibility for managing the cash management and accounts payable areas for Pennsylvania Western University. The Assistant Controller will prepare account reconciliations; review and approve journal entries; evaluate, recommend, and ensure efficient internal process are in place and being followed. This position requires strong communication, organization, computer skills, and a high degree of analytical ability along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Supervise, mentor, and provide technical accounting assistance to staff; and provide overall accounting department backup and support as needed. Assist the Controller with the University year end close process, financial statement preparation, and communications with the university auditors for both financial statement audit, Single Audit and NCAA Agreed Upon Procedures. Maintain a system of internal control to ensure all fiscal operations comply with Commonwealth, Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, Board of Governors, and federal policies, laws and regulations as well as the GASB. Responsible for accurate and timely posting of transactions to the general ledger while ensuring fiscal integrity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and University policies and procedures. Instruct staff on accounting related issues and new directives from NACUBO and PASSHE. Stay current, implement, and provide guidance to staff on new pronouncements of accounting standards and other regulatory issues affecting accounting procedures, financial reporting, governmental funding, and audit issues. Lead the treasury and accounts payable staff. Identify and implement professional development opportunities for staff, train staff on new accounting procedures and accounting system enhancements. Review and make recommendations for new and/or revised policies related to accounts payable, cash management and procurement services Lead the implementation of a Travel Management System and coordinate training on all campuses. Liaison with the Regional Procurement Office and serve as the lead resource to the campus community on purchasing processes and policies. Provide financial expertise to special projects involving institution-wide initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Seven years of senior-level professional accounting experience with increasing responsibility. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), practices, and systems. Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organizational and priority setting skills. Demonstrated ability to use creative strategies to solve issues efficiently and timely Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to travel between our three campuses for meetings/trainings as required

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in accounting and/or CPA certification preferred. Fund Accounting experience in a government or not-for-profit entity. SAP and Ellucian Banner experience is highly preferred. Five years of full charge supervisory responsibilities, unionized environment preferred. Management style that emphasizes teamwork, communication, trust, patience, professionalism, sensitivity, and discretion in handling confidential information.