Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

San Francisco Bay University

Category: Staff
Type: Full Time
Min.

Experience:

Some Experience
Salary: $110,000 - $125,000

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks an innovative and experienced Student Assistant. SFBU's mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers, and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.

At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students' needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Assistant Controller provides day‑to‑day oversight of accounting and business operations for SFBU in keeping with GAAP, FASB, and best practices for non‑profit institutions of higher education. The Assistant Controller supervises the accounting team and is responsible for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, student financial services, cash management, audit, and tax. The Assistant Controller supports the Controller and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis and partners with the CFO and University leadership in developing and implementing financial strategies that support SFBU's mission and strategic objectives.

• Oversee and direct business and accounting activities; provide technical accounting guidance; and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, applicable law and regulation, SFBU policies and guidelines, and best practices.
• Manage all areas of accounting and financial reporting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, student financial services, procurement, fixed assets, and cash management. Manage the university's financial systems, including the general ledger and Sage Intacct ERP. Manage Sage Intacct integrations with systems for student accounts, financial aid, expense management and banking and financial institutions.
• Oversee student accounts management in Salesforce and integration with the general ledger system.
• Oversee all daily accounting operations; review and approve all journal entries; manage monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and business processes to support compliant, transparent, and efficient execution of the university's business. Provide user documentation and training to foster a culture of compliance and a good internal control environment.
• Prepare financial statements and reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, for internal and external audiences, including university leadership; board of directors; local, state, and federal government agencies; accreditors; and others as may be required or appropriate.
• Oversee the financial administration of federal, state, and private grants. Ensure compliance with specific grantor requirements. Prepare financial reports for grantors and donors as required Monitor the university's cash flow and investments, working with the Controller and the CFO to ensure adequate liquidity is available to meet the university's obligations.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate professional accounting staff. Provide training and guidance to campus departments on financial policies, budget monitoring, and system usage.
• Participate in professional development to maintain current knowledge and skills in all areas of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting (or 5+ years with CPA credential).
• In-depth experience with GAAP accounting standards and technical accounting.
• Excellent communication skills, including communicating technical and financial concepts and information to…