Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller with higher-education experience to provide leadership for the accounting function. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core financial operations, support timely and accurate reporting, and help strengthen accounting processes in a collaborative higher education environment. The role is well suited for a hands-on accounting leader who can guide staff, manage close activities, and maintain strong financial controls while partnering across systems and departments.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the daily work of the accounting team, providing guidance, oversight, and support to staff across accounting and accounts payable functions.

• Oversee account reconciliation activities to ensure balances are accurate, supported, and resolved within established timelines.

• Manage prepaid expenses, accrual entries, and other key month-end accounting activities that contribute to a reliable financial close.

• Lead the financial close process, ensuring reporting deadlines are met and financial information is complete and dependable.

• Establish and refine process documentation and internal control practices to improve consistency, compliance, and operational effectiveness.

• Monitor cash flow activity and help maintain sound financial stewardship through disciplined review and control procedures.

• Coordinate accounting data flow between Workday and related ancillary systems, including oversight of batch interface activity where needed.

• Handle additional accounting projects and special analyses as business needs arise.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience serving in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Strong background in nonprofit, higher education, gift, or grant accounting environments.
• Proven knowledge of month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, and prepaid accounting.
• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and broader accounting operations.
• Hands-on familiarity with Workday, Excel, and integrated accounting or reporting systems.
• Understanding of system interfaces and the movement of financial data across connected platforms.
• Solid cash flow management skills and a track record of maintaining effective internal controls.

Compensation

Based on experience

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