WSU Tech Looking for Controller at Wichita, KS  Full Time

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Compensation: $90,000 /yr
Worksite Location: NCAT Campus

WSU Tech Benefits (Varies):

• Paid Holidays: 15 – 18 paid holidays
• PTO: Earn 18 – 28 days annually
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• KPERs

Overview / Job Summary:
The Controller is responsible for the management of all College accounting including general ledger and financial reporting functions, overseeing the computerized accounting systems and procedures, assisting in directing general accounting, purchasing and accounts payable staff.  Position is responsible for preparing and monitoring all fiscal transactions, coordinating with the Executive Director of Finance and Budget to complete required audits, fiscal reports, and other related work as required. This position is also responsible for researching and ensuring compliance with all required accounting standards, communicating changes in accounting to the Executive Director of Finance and Budget and VP of Finance and Admin, and reviewing policies and procedures regularly. All activities should be performed in a timely and accurate manner, with a high level of quality and customer service.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:
 

• Oversees the preparation and coordination of the annual external audit and assists in implementing audit recommendations.
• Oversees quarterly sales tax reporting and other tax reporting as necessary.
• Responsible for general ledger functions and accuracy. Provides oversight and maintenance of general ledger, chart of accounts, testing of all fiscal systematic processing, and balancing of books of records for all fiscal transactions. 
• Serves as advisor to the Executive Director of Finance and Budget and the VP Finance and Administration on accounting impacts of operational policies and changes.  Keeps leadership informed of discrepancies, related problems and potential control deficiencies across college operations.
• Oversees the processing of journal entries, correcting entries as necessary, posting of transactions, monthly and yearly reconciliation, month-end closing, and year-end closing.
• Directs and manages the Fixed Asset Inventory and Accounting of the college, including the calculation and posting of appropriate depreciation expenses.

The role involves communication with experts, organizations, vendors, and user groups to ensure compliance, technical competence, and innovation. They also ensure the testing and maintenance of required interfaces with other systems and organizations. Lastly, the person assumes additional administrative responsibilities as needed and may act as the Executive Director of Finance and Budget when required.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years’ of financial/accounting experience preferably in education or a non-profit environment, required.
• Minimum one year related management/supervisory experience, required.
• CPA required.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and financial management techniques required.
• Proficient knowledge of computers, 10-key, and other office equipment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial information, and effectively communicate results to a variety of people at various levels in the College.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work independently to problem-solve and develop solutions.
• Strong analytical skills and extreme attention to detail are required.
• Application of ethical standards to business practices and decision-making and apply the same standards to the actions of colleagues and subordinates.

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.