Assistant Controller

Howard Payne University•Brownwood, TX

About The Position

Supports the Controller in managing the University’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance. Oversees day-to-day accounting activities, ensures accuracy of financial data, and serves as a key resource for resolving accounting issues.

Requirements

Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required or in progress, with demonstrated ability to learn accounting concepts and processes; CPA track or intent preferred
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals in English; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before groups of students, employees of the University and the public
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form in English; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an excellent working knowledge of Web Browsers; Microsoft Excel, Word and Microsoft Outlook.
Must be able to occasionally work overtime as requested by the Controller

Responsibilities

Prepare and/or review journal entries, including corrections and adjustments, as needed based on volume and staffing
Record and monitor recurring expenses, including utilities and copier charges
Manage federal drawdowns (Pell, SEOG, Direct Loans, FWS), reconcile with Financial Aid, and ensure funds are transferred to the appropriate bank accounts
Assist with annual external audit preparation, including gathering documentation and responding to requests
Prepare and/or review subsidiary ledger reconciliations to ensure alignment with the general ledger
Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and key accounting transactions as assigned
Review asset and liability accounts for accuracy and investigate discrepancies
Prepare and file monthly sales tax reports
Process ACH and wire transactions and monitor cash balances to ensure sufficient funding for operations
Prepare and/or review the faculty accrual entry and related updates based on HR reporting
Serve as a resource to faculty and staff regarding account activity, transactions, and accounting processes
Troubleshoot accounting issues across accounts payable, payroll, student accounts, and general ledger functions when needed
Assist with maintaining and documenting accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Support accurate financial reporting in coordination with the Controller
Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller