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Keuka College · 3 days ago

Financial Controller

Keuka Park, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$100K/yr - $135K/yr

7+ years exp

Keuka College is seeking a Financial Controller to provide leadership and oversight for the institution’s financial accounting and reporting functions. The role involves managing internal financial controls, coordinating audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations while overseeing various financial operations including purchasing and student accounts.

Higher Education

Hiring Manager

Ashley Burke

Responsibilities

Oversee daily Business Office operations, including Student Accounts, Purchasing and Payroll

Manage daily cash operations and banking relationships

Record, forecast, and budget quarterly accruals

Prepare and maintain financial and budget schedules

Oversee campus budgets and financial reporting

Maintain the general ledger and perform account reconciliations

Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP (FASB and, as applicable, GASB)

Oversee daily operation and integrity of accounting and financial systems

Coordinate annual required audits, including financial and support of retirement plan audits

Manage federal funds accounting, compliance, and drawdowns

Prepare and oversee required annual reports and tax filings, including but not limited to IRS Forms 990 and 990-T, CT-13, Charitable Annuities NYS Insurance Report, IPEDS, U.S. News & World Report, FISAP, and Middle States reporting

Ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements

Manage, evaluate, and develop staffing needs within the Business and Finance Offices

Qualification

CPA certificationFinancial reportingBudget managementMicrosoft OfficeERP systemsAnalytical skillsLeadership experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

BS in Accounting, or another related field, CPA certification preferred

Seven to ten (7–10) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, or fiscal management, preferably in higher education, nonprofit, or public-sector organizations

Advanced computer proficiency required in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP

Knowledge of the Ellucian Colleague system and Axiom Budget software is a plus

Supervisory and leadership experience, including managing staff and cross-functional collaboration

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings clearly to non-financial audiences

High level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent planning and organizational skills