Controller

Controller | Posting Details Posting Details pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws/1225/docs/115824.png Institution Northern State University Working Title Controller Posting Number

NFE03049P

Department NSU-Finance & Administration Physical Location of Position (City) Aberdeen Posting Text The Controller is a senior member of the Finance and Administration team, reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance & Administration. This position is responsible for managing the university's accounting operations, ensuringpliance with applicable regulations, and providing accurate financial reporting to support strategic decisionmaking. Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP and Board of Regents policies.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Ensurepliance with federal, state, South Dakota Board of Regents, and institutional regulations.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard university assets.
• Provide financial analysis and rmendations to senior leadership.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, promoting professional development and efficiency.
• Collaborate with campus departments to support budgeting and forecasting processes. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's degree or CPA preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong kledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit sector preferred.

Posting Date 05/04/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 05/06/2026 Advertised Salary Depends on Experience4 Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours 8-5 Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40+ Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search Internal If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Will work within the Finance & Administration department reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance & Administration Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Northern State University ismitted to building a weing culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in kledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Lifting light, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses) Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.