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Inside Higher Ed · 1 day ago

Associate Controller

Athens, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

12+ years exp

The University of Georgia, a leading institution in higher education, is seeking an Associate Controller to oversee the operations of accounting, payroll, and commitment accounting departments. The role involves maintaining service excellence, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and collaborating with various departments to enhance financial reporting and data protection.

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Responsibilities

Oversee the overall operation and supervision of the Accounting Department in compliance with UGA policies and procedures

Direct financial reporting, monthly and year-end closing activities, performance assessments, and updates to departmental policies and procedures

Supervise the Directors and operations of the Payroll and Commitment Management departments to ensure consistency and compliance with university standards

Represent the Accounting and Payroll Department on UGA and USG committees and institutional work groups

Collaborate with administrative offices such as Human Resources, Budgets, and Faculty Affairs, as well as USG Shared Services Center and OneUSG Connect support staff

Lead departmental efforts with EITS and other campus units to strengthen sensitive data protection measures

Communicate policy and procedural updates to university departments and ensure strong customer service to internal and external stakeholders

Assist the Controller with problem-solving, analysis, interpretation, data acquisition, and reporting tasks

Administer and interpret applicable federal and state laws, Board of Regents policies, and accounting standards (GASB and FASB) relevant to university accounting and financial reporting

Provide guidance to managers and directors on complex policy, procedural, and regulatory issues, including audit and accounting concerns, software/equipment needs, and training initiatives

Resolve and respond to departmental questions by interpreting federal, state, BOR, and UGA policies, balancing compliance with the intent and spirit of the regulation