Comptroller - Salisbury University : Job Details

Job Posting:JR100573 Comptroller (Open)Department:Financial Services AVP Office, PMPosition Type:RegularOpen Date:10-29-2024Close Date:Salary Range: $130,000 - $140,000Job Description:This position oversees the university's accounting and reporting activities. Ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, governmental accounting standards as well as university guidelines and policies. The Comptroller directly oversees all general accounting activities, including, but not limited to customer accounts, capital assets, grant accounting and payroll accounting. They will be responsible for reconciliations, treasury management and maintaining accurate fiscal records across the university.Authority and AccountabilityReporting to the Associate Vice President for Financial Affairs, the Comptroller manages and oversees all financial operations and finance systems of the University.Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management area with two (2) or more years of senior level administrative experience in the areas of finance and accounting.
• Strong working knowledge of automated accounting systems required.
• Extensive knowledge of financial software and related applications and integrations will help this candidate be successful.
• Must possess a high proficiency in Excel, with knowledge of advanced Excel functionalities.
• Sound administrative skills and well-developed management skills are required.
• Ability to thrive and prioritize in fast paced environment, with multiple deadlines and responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and other administrators.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and supervisory skills, with ability to provide oversight and coaching to all levels of staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Graduate degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience in higher education and/or a non-profit organization.
• Working knowledge of Workday Financials highly preferred.

Additional Job Information:The position is a full-time, exempt, state role with comprehensive benefits.Priority will be given to applicants who apply by November 14, 2024. However, the position will remain open until filled.Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our institution, today and in the future. To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit