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Controller

Requisition ID: 2024-8470

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Accounting/Finance Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: Finance and Administrative Service Department: Controllers Office Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits

Overview The Controller is responsible for management and direction of all operational functions involved with the processing, accounting, and reporting of financial transactions of the University; representing Finance and Administrative Services with pertinent proposals and presentations to university executive leaders and the Board of Trustees Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committee; and playing a significant role in the professional development of Financial Officers and Business Services teams.

Responsibilities The Controller reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services. This position is a single incumbent administrative level position and supervises full, part-time, and student employees.

Essential Functions:

• Lead a management team that is responsible for the operational areas including general accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, purchasing and contract services, treasury services, Bursar's Office, payroll, federal and state compliance, and financial systems control.
• Represent Finance and Administrative Services in providing expertise and resolution on matters pertaining to the financial operations of the university to USU administrators and the Board of Trustees Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committee.
• In partnership with the Director of Budget and Planning, play an integral role in the professional development of Financial Officers and Business Services teams, to maximize the impact of financial management and support services provided to all university departments.
• Liaise with external auditors, consultants, internal personnel, and other constituents as needed, to perform the administrator duties of the Controller position.
• Present the annual financial report and audit results to the Board of Trustees Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committee, as directed by the Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services.
• Collaborate with the University Budget and Planning Office on financial data and with Business Services to implement financial procedures and internal controls institution wide.
• Perform a variety of special projects and other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services. Disclaimer: This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and to promote and contribute to an inclusive and respectful workplace.

• Excellent technical knowledge... For full info follow application link.

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).