Associate Vice President for Business and Finance and Controller

Position SummaryThe Associate Vice President for Business & Finance and Controller serve as the chief accounting officer for the College and provides strategic and operational leadership within the Division of Business & Finance. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Business & Finance and Chief Financial Officer, the AVP /Controller provides leadership and oversight of all accounting, financial reporting, internal control, grants accounting, accounts payable, and payroll functions. The position combines technical accounting expertise with transformational leadership, customer-focused service, and organizational change management to ensure financial stewardship, operational excellence, and compliance in support of the College’s mission. The incumbent serves as a trusted advisor to the community and actively promotes a culture of service, accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Areas of direct responsibility include: general accounting, accounts payable, restricted funds accounting, payroll administration, financial reporting, internal controls and compliance, financial systems administration, audit management, travel, and tax compliancePhysical DemandsSitting for extended periods of time. Occasional lifting up to twenty pounds. Must be able to work in a climate controlled, office environment.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Certified Public Accountant ( CPA ) strongly preferred; candidates without a CPA must demonstrate substantial equivalent Controller-level experience in higher education, nonprofit, or a similarly complex regulated environment. Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible accounting and financial management experience. Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience leading accounting, financial reporting, grants accounting, accounts payable, or related functions. Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or similarly complex organizations preferred. Demonstrated success leading organizational change, team development, and process improvement initiatives. Ability to work after hours or weekends as needed