Financial Controller

St. Norbert College•De Pere, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Norbert College (SNC), a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college, is seeking a Financial Controller. This is an on-site position requiring regular attendance on campus. The role is responsible for overseeing the College’s financial reporting, accounts receivable and payable functions, the development and maintenance of internal control systems, and the execution of internal audits. The Financial Controller plays a critical role in ensuring fiscal accountability, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across accounting, student accounts, and internal control functions. Specific responsibilities: Establishes and monitors the internal control framework; documents key processes and performs internal audits Prepares and maintains timely, accurate financial reports (annual, quarterly, monthly, compliance, and expenditure reports) Ensures compliance with GAAP and oversees implementation of GASB pronouncements Coordinates audits, including preparation of documentation for government, Board, and external auditors; manages audit resolution and maintains audit trails Develops cash flow projections and optimizes investment strategies Reviews capital lease documents and prepares financial lease calculations Reviews outstanding purchase orders to manage surplus/deficit impact Researches and interprets Federal, State, and Board policies; stays current on higher education regulatory changes Reports on internal audit findings, recommends corrective actions, and provides staff training on internal control standards Analyzes financial data for anomalies and non-compliance; conducts follow-up reviews to ensure effective controls Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
Licensed CPA
Audit or forensic accounting experience
Supervisory experience
Experience in Higher Education or a complex non-profit organization
Commitment to a mission-driven environment aligned with Catholic, Norbertine, and liberal arts values.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines
Knowledge of federal compliance requirements
Knowledge of higher education finance and accounting practices
Knowledge of computers and high efficiency in job-related software programs (Banner, Workday, Excel, financial reporting tools)
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
Clear and effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to present complex financial information clearly
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Maintains accurate work under pressure in a demanding environment
Communicates regularly on strategic matters and significant issues
Demonstrates mission alignment with a student-first professional mindset

Responsibilities

Establishes and monitors the internal control framework; documents key processes and performs internal audits
Prepares and maintains timely, accurate financial reports (annual, quarterly, monthly, compliance, and expenditure reports)
Ensures compliance with GAAP and oversees implementation of GASB pronouncements
Coordinates audits, including preparation of documentation for government, Board, and external auditors; manages audit resolution and maintains audit trails
Develops cash flow projections and optimizes investment strategies
Reviews capital lease documents and prepares financial lease calculations
Reviews outstanding purchase orders to manage surplus/deficit impact
Researches and interprets Federal, State, and Board policies; stays current on higher education regulatory changes
Reports on internal audit findings, recommends corrective actions, and provides staff training on internal control standards
Analyzes financial data for anomalies and non-compliance; conducts follow-up reviews to ensure effective controls
Performs other duties as assigned