Job Title: Controller
Location: Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 279791
About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

The Controller position focuses on strategic oversight and management of the University's central accounting functions while serving as the University's principal accounting officer.

As an accomplished leader, the Controller will have responsibility for leading a dynamic team to plan, develop, and enhance the central financial services that support the campus' needs.

This position will have oversight of the policies, procedures, processes and systems that assure the integrity of internal accounting, fiscal and business controls as well as compliance with applicable laws, policies and regulations.

The Controller directs and oversees staff responsible for accounting services, financial reporting, payroll, and financial compliance who work competently and collaboratively to accurately record, summarize and report information in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Oversees accounting services, accounts payable, and payroll. Provides guidance and oversight for all department operations. Assists with issues as they arise, helping to ensure needs are met and compliance is maintained.

• Manages monthly accounting functions such as journal entries, reconciliations, and requests for reimbursement of state funds.

• Responsible for annual financial reports including necessary year-end journal entries, as well as year-end account reconciliations and summary reports.

• Prepares and submits all required reports throughout the year, as well as generating ad hoc reports.

• Serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors.

• Monitors cash flows through bank and accounts payable transaction reviews. Collaborates with the Bursar's office and grants and contracts regarding fund drawdown timing and disbursements.

• Advises VP of Fiscal Affairs and management on all accounting, tax, financial and internal control matters.

• Provides advice and support to faculty and staff on University accounting and financial matters, including training, as appropriate.

• Monitors and interprets changes in laws and regulations related to financing and financial reporting, evaluates their impact upon University activities, and develops and implements policy and procedural changes as required.

• Identify potential opportunities for improved efficiency and/or strengthened financial controls and assist the department directors in implementing corrective processes and procedures, as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration

Ten years of professional accounting experience with at least five years at the supervisory level is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree

Professional certification, such as CPA

Experience in a state agency or university accounting environment

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

• Knowledge of applicable software such as PeopleSoft and Banner

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles

Skills

• Skilled in mentoring and training

• Skilled in oral and written communication

• Skilled in collaboration

Abilities

• Ability to recognize and implement efficiencies in processes and procedures

• Ability to research and validate data

• Ability to prepare financial statements and supporting schedules

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.