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PCC offers an excellent benefit package. Apply online or send completed employment application, resume and transcript toHuman Resources Director, Pratt Community College, 348 NE S.R. 61, Pratt, KS 67124. AA/EOE General Description and Purpose The Controller manages the College's accounting operations, maintains the integrity of the general ledger, prepares accurateand timely financial statements, and ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards and state and federal reporting requirements.

Responsibilities include oversight of cash receipts and disbursements, account reconciliations, financial reporting, grant accounting, auditcoordination, and internal controls. The Controller supports institutional and departmental budget development, financial analysis, andcontinuous improvement of business processes. Primary Functions/Responsibilities 1. Manage generalledger accounting activities and ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. 2. Prepare monthly, quarterly, andannual financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with applicable accounting standards. 3. Oversee reconciliationof bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and subsidiary records; investigate and resolve discrepancies. 4. Review and prepareadjusting journal entries and oversee month-end and year-end closing procedures. 5. Monitor cash receipts, disbursements, accountspayable, and payroll accounting activities for accurate recording and compliance with established procedures. 6. Develop, maintain,and evaluate internal accounting controls to safeguard institutional assets and improve the reliability of financial information. 7.Coordinate the annual external financial audit, including preparation of schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to auditorinquiries. 8. Monitor grant expenditures and financial reporting for compliance with applicable federal, state, and grant-specificrequirements. 9. Assist with institutional and departmental budget development, budget-to-actual analysis, and identification ofsignificant financial variances. 10. Prepare and submit required financial reports to state, federal, and other regulatory agencies. 11. Support implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the College's financial information systems, including Jenzabar. 12. Supervise assigned personnel, establish performance expectations, and support staff training and professional development. 13. Recommend improvements to accounting policies, procedures, reporting practices, and business processes to strengthen financialaccountability and operational efficiency. 14. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Vice President of Finance andOperations. Coordination and Accountability Tasks The Controller reports to the Vice President ofFinance and Operations and collaborates with Business Office personnel, departmental budget managers, external auditors, and otherinstitutional stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. The Controller provides periodic financial information,identifies significant accounting and compliance issues, and recommends corrective actions to strengthen financial operations. Supervises the Following Staff 1. Accounts Payable Clerk 2. Student Accounts Coordinator 3. Purchasing Associate Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics 1.Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, and fundaccounting principles applicable to public higher education. 2. Knowledge of financial statement preparation, general ledgeraccounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting requirements. 3. Knowledge of internal controls, audit procedures,grant accounting, and applicable state and federal financial regulations. 4. Proficiency in computerized accounting systems,enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, Microsoft Excel, and related financial applications. 5. Ability to analyze financialinformation, identify discrepancies, and recommend appropriate corrective actions. 6. Ability to establish priorities, meetreporting deadlines, and manage multiple financial activities. 7. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, andproblem-solving skills. 8. Ability to collaborate effectively with administrators, faculty, staff, external auditors, and otherstakeholders. 9. Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel. Experience 1. Five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, andfinancial statement preparation, required. 2. Experience with computerized accounting systems and financial reporting applicationsrequired. 3. Experience with annual financial audits, internal controls, and financial reporting compliance required. 4.Experience in governmental, nonprofit, or higher education accounting preferred. 5. Supervisory experience preferred. 6.Experience with grant accounting and fund accounting preferred. Education 1. Bachelor's degree inAccounting or a related business field with substantial accounting coursework required. 2. Master's degree in Accounting, Finance,or Business Administration preferred. Certifications and/or Licensure Certified Public Accountant(CPA) designation preferred. Work Conditions/Environment Office setting. Other None