Controller

Fresno Pacific University•Fresno, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller manages the daily operations of the Business Office; ensures compliance with applicable policies and regulations, maintains appropriate internal controls, and oversees the audit; and oversees the budget process and regular financial reporting. The Controller works closely with the Vice President for Finance and collaborates with many constituents across the university.

Requirements

Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in accounting.
Minimum seven years of accounting or related experience
Experience with the application of IRS regulations and GAAP (uniformed guidance) for non-profit organizations
Three or more years’ experience in staff supervision and leadership
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to organize, coordinate, and supervise support staff and work as part of an office team
Ability to interpret institution policies, plans, objectives, rules and regulations, and communicate the interpretation to others
Ability to work with minimal supervision and make independent decisions
Ability to analyze complex financial information
Ability to think critically and to problem solve
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree plus current CPA
Experience in a college or university setting
Experience with Ellucian Colleague software
Experience with trust accounting

Responsibilities

Provide direction and leadership in the management of daily Business Office operations and all accounting functions
Hire, manage, develop, and evaluate Business Office staff
Manage the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of business activities, including those of the FPU Foundation and Seminary.
Ensure the month-end close is timely, complete, and accurate in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Oversee daily cash management, long-term cash flow, and use of the line of credit and make recommendations as appropriate
Establish and grow a cash reserve as funds permit
Assist with short- and long-term investment options and maintain investment policies
Ensure correct financial management of the institution’s grants, including submission of applications, reconciliations of spending and receiving reimbursement for expenditures
Work to improve the use and quality of the department’s technology
Participate regularly in training offered by NACUBO, AICPA, or accounting firms offering industry expertise, in order to ensure familiarity with current issues facing higher education organizations
Serve as the University’s compliance officer in matters pertaining to the Internal Revenue Service and the institution’s 501c (3) status
Ensure compliance with university, state, federal, and other applicable policies, procedures, and regulations
Lead the annual audit, working with internal and external constituents to provide information needed for both the financial statement and Uniform Guidance portions of the annual audit
Ensure timely resolution of all deficiencies and weaknesses identified in the auditor’s Management Letter
Establish, enforce, and recommend improvements to internal controls
Ensure compliance with bank covenants
Formalize the budget process, oversee the annual operating budget development, and have the operating budget ready for presentation to Cabinet 30 days prior to the June Board meeting
Oversee the annual capital budget development, and have the capital budget ready for presentation to Cabinet 30 days prior to the February Board meeting
Work with budget managers to monitor and control expenses, and develop year-end revenue and expense projections monthly
Ensure periodic training and communication to departmental budget managers to assist them in managing their budgets
Oversee the production and timely distribution of accurate and comprehensive monthly and yearly financial reports for internal review and analysis
Coordinate and prepare state and federal financial reports
Compile and submit other reports as requested
Collaborate productively with Student Financial Services, Advancement, Human Resources, and other departments across campus
Partner with the advancement office and the Foundation to gain understanding of donors’ terms of gifts and grants, both promised and received, to ensure proper accounting treatment
Provide services and support to various departments and leaders across campus to ensure they have knowledge and tools to comply with university accounting procedures
Advise Vice President of Finance and Business Affairs on decisions related to accounting and university business
Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students and other employees
Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students and colleagues in a context of a Christian University, integrating your Christian faith into your role and responsibilities.
Embrace the mission, vision , and values of Fresno Pacific University, affirm the FPU Faith Expectations , and support the ideals and practices articulated in " The Fresno Pacific Idea "
Uphold and advance Fresno Pacific University’s commitment to Christ-centered higher education, holistic student development, and serving diverse communities.
Complete tasks timely with work that is comprehensive, complete, and accurate
Communicates clearly, listens attentively, and seeks to understand others
Collaborates productively with colleagues of varying skillset
Other job duties as assigned