Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Located in Eureka, Illinois, and chartered in 1855, Eureka College cultivates excellence in learning, service and leadership while providing students uniquely personalized and custom educational opportunities.

Originally founded by abolitionist members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Eureka College holds the unique distinction of being the first college in Illinois and only the third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. The college, which is located on nearly 70 wooded acres in central Illinois, is the smallest of only 23 colleges and universities to ever award a bachelor's degree to a future President of the United States.

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity within its administration, faculty, staff, and students.

All offers of employment are contingent upon authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship and a successful completion, and clearance, of a background screening.

Position:Controller

Location: Eureka, IL

Job :259

# of Openings:0

POSITION TITLE: Controller

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Finance and Facilities/CFO

POSITION SUMMARY: To directly manage, monitor and implement the overall accounting, financial planning, financial management and administrative functions necessary for College operations. Prepare all major internal financial reports, and assist the CFO, in the presentation and interpretation to executive management, the Finance Committee and the Board.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administer and monitor the financial systems to ensure the College’s finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner.
• Oversee the accounting and payroll systems to ensure effective processes and compliance, timely reporting and accuracy of information.
• Preparation of a complete set of monthly internal financial statements; statement of financial position, statement of activities, and statement of cash flows. Additionally, provide monthly budget control reports.
• Coordinate annual financial and compliance audit with outside auditors. Preparation of necessary work papers and schedules for the various audits (Financial, Compliance, 403(b)) and Federal Form 990. Preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Maintain proper internal financial controls and segregation of duties.
• Prepare and submit all IPEDS, NCAA reporting, etc.
• Provide efficient and effective office management.

• Establish and maintain controls over cash and cash equivalent accounts and reconciliation of general ledger accounts to subsidiary ledgers.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of the annual operating and capital budget process.
• Monitoring of department and line item budgets and the underlying purchase order process and procedures.
• Assist student account manager with delinquent and outstanding accounts.
• Proper accounting for donor restricted funds and College investments

Manage and supervise the Student Account Manager, Senior Accountant, Accounting Clerk and co-manage the student worker. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance: rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION:

Essential: Master’s degree in business administration, accounting or related field

from an accredited four-year college or university

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: 3 – 5 years experience with daily business office accounting functions and staff supervision

Desirable: Higher education or non-profit industry experience

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Desirable: Certified Public Accountant “CPA” or Certified Management Accountant “CMA”

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles “GAAP”, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) rules, experience leading institutions federally funded through student financial aid programs”.
• Proficient knowledge in general ledger accounting software, Microsoft Office applications, and electronic mail.
• Supervisory…