Controller Job at Eastern Washington University
Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Title
Controller
Posting Number
2022123EP
Position Information
Classification Title
Controller
Working Title
Controller
Classification Code
1213
RCW Exemption Criteria
17 - Managerial
EWU Position Number
E99840
CUPA Code
A-161000 - Chief Accounting Officer/Controller
FLSA
Exempt - Executive
Bargaining Unit
% Full Time
100
Salary / Wage Range
AE - 115
Salary Information
$135,000 – $150,000
Anticipated Start Date
Position is available now.
Term of Appointment
12 months per year
Location
Cheney, Campus
County
Spokane
Project Description
Project Duration
Background Check
Yes - Access to Funds or other items of value
Responsible HR User
Vara Lyn Conrath
Responsible HR User Email address
vconrath@ewu.edu
Posting Text
Job Summary
- Eastern Washington University is currently recruiting for the position of Controller. The Controller provides leadership of the university wide accounting operations. The Controller oversees that accounting operations, including revenues, expenses, endowments, property, cash flows, assets, and liabilities. Along with providing financial reporting expertise, this financial administrator also ensures compliance with all applicable regulations and fiscal policies and procedures. In management and supervision, the Controller is responsible for providing quality and efficient processes for customers through the leadership, analyses, and implementation of appropriate staffing levels. The Controller reports to the Associate Vice President Business and Finance & Chief Financial Officer.
- On top of salary, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses.
- EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Diversity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
- This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
- All new employees must comply with EWU immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR and proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
- COVID-19 Vaccination and Exemption Information link: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/
- Upon hire, you must complete required DEI, Hazing, and Harassment and Title IX training. You can access he online training at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources’ https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/.
Physical Demands
Pre-Placement Physical
No
Hearing Test
No
Medical Monitoring Post Hire
No
Protective Equipment
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business
- 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in a large, complex organization including accounting and managerial experience
- Leadership and managerial abilities to lead a large and complex office with integrity and develop a high-performance work team
- Must be able to analyze and interpret complex financial data
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency and/or diversity
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in higher education
- Master’s degree
- CPA
- Extensive supervisory experience
- Previous experience using Banner or other similar accounting system
Other Skills and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and methods, preferably with an emphasis in college or university accounting
- Working knowledge of computer applications and information systems utilized in accounting operations
- Ability to analyze accounting systems for proper controls and reporting capabilities
- Ability to prepare highly complex and detailed financial reports.
- Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers and subordinates
- Strong customer service orientation for provision of accounting services
- Ability to analyze and update established policies and procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to evaluate, organize and delegate work to maximize efficiency and resources
Work Schedule Type
Work Schedule
Typically Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Some nights and weekend work may be required due to department demands.
Some nights and weekend work may be required due to department demands.
Posting Date
12/16/2022
Open Until Further Notice
Closing Date
Screening to Begin
01/03/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting
before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
- Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
- Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. Please list at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
- Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
- Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Application Types Accepted
Application
Job Duties
% of Time
100
Responsibility / Duty
DIRECT
AND
MANAGE
CENTRALIZED
UNIVERSITY
FISCAL
FUNCTIONS
WITHIN
THE
AREA
OF
GENERAL
AND
GRANTS
ACCOUNTING
,
TRAVEL
,
ACCOUNTS
PAYABLE
,
PAYROLL
,
INVENTORY
CONTROL
,
CASH
AND
INVESTMENT
MANAGEMENT
,
BOND
AND
DEBT
COMPLIANCE
AND
ACCOUNTING
,
CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION
ACCOUNTING
,
UNIVERSITY
FINANCIAL
REPORTING
,
AND
STATE
REPORTING
.
- Direct functional activities and priorities within the various areas of the Controller’s Office.
- Direct compliance requirements for federal, state, and local fiscal guidelines for the university.
- Direct systems and procedures for internal control requirements for the university.
- Develop short-term and long-term plans for the areas incorporating efficiency measures and growth needs.
- Direct and coordinate training of department personnel in fiscal policy and procedure.
- Develop proposals and analyze options for fiscally related projects.
- Direct financial information for State and other external audits for the university.
- Coordinate financial information with the State Office of Financial Management and other governmental units.
- Develop and monitor annual operating budget for areas in Accounting Services.
- Coordinate development of Website/Homepages for areas within Accounting Services.
- Develop and update financial procedures.
RESPONSIBLE
FOR
ACCURATE
AND
COMPLETE
PRESENTATION
OF
FINANCIAL
RECORDS
AND
REPORTS
OF
THE
UNIVERSITY
.
- Direct compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board for university financial statements.
- Direct requirements of Federal, State and Local guidelines for financial reporting of the university.
- Direct compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Develop short-term and long-term planning for reporting needs and changes of the university.
- Interpret financial data and reports for management and department personnel.
- Direct accounting information received from departmental subsidiary systems.
- Direct preparation of annual financial report of the University.
- Monitor distribution of reports to university departments Including both system and ad hoc reports.
DIRECT
AND
SUPERVISE
PROFESSIONAL
ACCOUNTANTS
,
SUPERVISORS
AND
FISCAL
SUPPORT
STAFF
WITHIN
AREAS
OF
ACCOUNTING
SERVICES
.
- Interview candidates for position openings.
- Select and recommend candidate for positions.
- Assign and schedule work and projects to employees.
- Train employees on regulations, policies and procedures related to their position.
- Conduct performance evaluations of employees.
- Develop performance objectives and criteria for employees.
- Handle performance or disciplinary problems of employees.
- Conduct individual and staff meetings with employees on routine or as needed basis.
- Answer questions and resolve problems for employees on a daily basis
DIRECT
AND
COORDINATE
THE
FINANCIAL
RECORDS
SYSTEM
INCLUDING
ACCOUNTING
,
ACCOUNTS
PAYABLE
,
PURCHASE
ORDER
INVOICING
AND
FIXED
ASSETS
AND
THE
PAYROLL
SEGMENT
OF
THE
PAYROLL
PERSONNEL
MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM.
- Direct modifications and implementations related to computerized systems.
- Coordinate interfaces of other financial data into financial systems.
- Analyze problems with computerized systems and determine resolutions in consultation with Information Technology.
- Plan short-term and long-term financial system development.
- Coordinate training of department personnel in use of on-line data for all financial systems and payroll.
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
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