Metropolitan State University of Denver · 15 hours ago
Senior Controller – MSU Denver Foundation
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$112,131/mo - $150,000/mo
7+ years expMetropolitan State University of Denver is seeking a Senior Controller for the MSU Denver Foundation. This role is responsible for the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the foundation, leading the team in accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and budget management while ensuring alignment with GAAP and donor intent.
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Responsibilities
Works collaboratively with the VPUA and UA Senior Team to accomplish the division’s goals in support of the University’s mission, vision, and priorities
Leads and develops the (3-5 member) Foundation team, ensuring professional development, providing mentoring, and fostering support of the division’s culture
Provides staff leadership and support to the Foundation Board Treasurer, the Audit & Finance Committee, and the Investment Committee, including the preparation of agendas and materials for meetings
Acts as the primary liaison with the Foundation’s investment manager overseeing its portfolio of endowed and non-endowed funds
Leads the division’s efforts to optimize its financial technology and related systems, e.g., Financial Edge and Raiser’s Edge
Manages the division’s accounting and finance functions, including financial risks, planning, record-keeping, reporting, annual audit, tax reporting, and business analysis
Prepares accurate and timely financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders
Oversees and participates in annual audits and tax filings (e.g., IRS Form 990)
Ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards, laws, and regulations
Develops and maintains internal controls and financial policies
Oversees financial and accounting services provided to the Alumni Association
Oversees cash management and investment allocation, including initiating cash balancing wires and other activities related to portfolio management in coordination with investment manager
Collaborates with Advancement Services and fundraising teams to ensure accurate gift processing and financial stewardship
Reviews complex gift and fund agreements to ensure endowments are properly recorded and follow all policies as well as donor intent
Works with Foundation staff to develop and maintain funding models, net asset roll forwards, and other processes
Guides the Foundation team to develop online and in-person training of gift accounting and reporting for the division’s staff
Leads the development and monitoring of the Foundation’s annual budget and the division’s budget
Provides financial analysis and forecasting to support strategic decision-making
Supports the management of the Foundation’s investment portfolio in collaboration with the investment manager, the Investment Committee, and the VPUA
Oversees endowment accounting, including fund tracking, distributions, and donor reporting
Oversees annual endowment distributions and endowment status reporting process
Ensures proper documentation and compliance with donor restrictions and gift agreements
Oversees financial systems and software (e.g., Financial Edge, Workday), ensuring data accuracy and integrity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's of Science degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or higher education
Experience supervising staff and working with teams
Experience with financial audits, compliance, and reporting
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines
Commitment to MSU Denver's mission and work
Preferred
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
CPA license and strong understanding of FASB standards
Experience with nonprofit foundation accounting and planned giving, including complex gifts
Familiarity with CASE standards and university advancement operations
Proficiency in Financial Edge, Raiser's Edge, Workday, or similar systems
Benefits
Medical
Vision and dental
Free RTD pass
Tuition reimbursement
Life and supplemental insurance plans
Retirement plans
Access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan
Company
Metropolitan State University of Denver
The Metropolitan State University of Denver is a public university located in Denver, in the U.S. state of Colorado.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.1MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-09-28Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Jim Carpenter
Chief Financial Officer
Bob Amend
Interim Chief Academic and Administrative Officer
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