Director of Accounting & Controller, Foundation

Position: Director of Accounting & Controller, Texas Southern University Foundation
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Director of Accounting & Controller leads and directs the accounting and financial reporting activities for the Texas Southern University Foundation. The Director is responsible for the general ledger, revenue, billing, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, audits and external financial reporting. The Director has functional responsibility for maintaining the organization's accounting policies, procedures, and financial controls.

As the chief financial officer, the Director is responsible for supervising accounting staff and works very closely with the Executive Director to support presentations and other reports to the Foundation's Board of Trustees.

This position is an on-site assignment based in Houston, Texas.

Essential Duties Summary

* Directs all operational accounting activities for the TSU Foundation, including but not limited to: general ledger, financial close, cash and banking, expense and revenue accounting, billing, accounts payable and receivable, payroll allocations, grant and other expense reporting. Ensures accurate and timely processing of the functions listed above.

* Directs external financial reporting activities and ensure accurate and timely dissemination of financial reports, including but not limited to: quarterly financial statements, Form 990, Single Audit (where applicable), and annual audits.

* Oversees revenue recognition and billing to ensure the accurate and timely management of all accounts receivable aging components, including: billing, cash receipts application, and grant administration.

* Oversees all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.

* Maintains robust internal controls and safeguards for all financial operations and reporting activities.

* Prioritizes, organizes, distributes, and coordinates the flow of work for the team, including guiding team member performance and efficiencies (i.e., managing, coaching, and developing staff).

* Ensures prescribed policies, procedures, and schedules are followed while ensuring team priorities are aligned to meet organizational goals.

* Reviews and analyzes financial statements and information and provides management updates on a monthly basis.

* Establishes and oversees roadmap for continuous improvement in systems, as well as financial and cash management strategies.

* Participates in professional accounting societies and maintains current, relevant knowledge of not-for-profit accounting.

* Coordinates with the University's Office of Development and the Office of Advancement Services to monitor and improve workflows to ensure integrity and efficiency.

* Serves as the Foundation liaison with the KTSU Radio Station to support specific requirements and needs to maintain active status with the corporation for public broadcasting (CPB).

* Other duties as assigned in fulfillment of the organization's mission.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range $84,429.00 - $ Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field required (advanced degree preferred).

Required Licensing/Certification

CPA certification (in current status) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

* Federal, state, and local laws and tax laws

* Accounting principles and methods (preferably with emphasis in not-for-profit and higher education financial reporting)

* Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standard Board (FASB) pronouncements and standards

* Ellucian (Banner), Intuit Quick Books Desktop Enterprise, Blackbaud (Raiser's Edge NXT and Financial Edge NXT) ERP systems

* Management and supervisory practices

* Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled In:

* Must be well-organized, flexible, detailed oriented, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

* Financial reporting, reconciliations, and budget management

* Effective leadership and customer service

* Problem-solving and decision-making

* Strong analytical and critical thinking

* Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, subordinates, other University…