Assistant Controller

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a key member of UCF's Financial Affairs team, the Assistant Controller plays a central role in safeguarding the financial integrity of one of the nation's largest and most dynamic public research universities. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful accounting operations at scale — overseeing general ledger activities, driving financial reporting for University and Board-level audiences, and helping shape the systems and processes that keep UCF's financial operations running at their best. If you're ready to bring your expertise to an institution that values innovation, partnership, and impact — we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Accounting and/or active CPA licensure.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing a full set of audited financial statements, footnote disclosures, and MD&A in compliance with either GASB or FASB.
• At least 1 year of experience directly supervising, leading, or mentoring professional accounting staff, with a track record of supporting team development and providing technical guidance.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel functions and financial analysis tools, with working knowledge of or exposure to AI-enabled automation or reconciliation tools.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, identify trends and variances, and communicate findings clearly to leadership through dashboards, written summaries, and presentations.
• Experience working within a large, decentralized, or complex organizational environment, with a track record of effective stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience using an enterprise financial system (e.g., Workday Finance, PeopleSoft, Oracle, or SAP) for general ledger management, journal entries, account reconciliation, or financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial statement preparation, disclosures, MD&A, internal reporting, BOT materials, and BOG submissions.
• Manage assigned general ledger activities, including journal entries, accruals, adjustments, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers, schedules, reconciliations, and confirmations while supporting compliance with applicable requirements.
• Research GASB/GAAP guidance and support implementation of new accounting standards, related templates, disclosures, and workpapers.
• Supervise and develop University Accountant III staff by assigning work, reviewing deliverables, setting goals, and providing technical guidance.
• Maintain internal controls, procedures, process documentation, and support Workday Finance ERP testing and process improvements.
• Provide backup coverage, participate in committees or workgroups, communicate outcomes, and complete assigned follow-up items.
• Support special projects, ad hoc analyses, process improvements, system implementations, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level