St. Norbert College · 8 hours ago
Financial Controller
De Pere, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelSt. Norbert College (SNC) is a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college. They are seeking a Financial Controller responsible for overseeing financial reporting, accounts receivable and payable functions, and ensuring fiscal accountability and regulatory compliance.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Establishes and monitors the internal control framework; documents key processes and performs internal audits
Prepares and maintains timely, accurate financial reports (annual, quarterly, monthly, compliance, and expenditure reports)
Ensures compliance with GAAP and oversees implementation of GASB pronouncements
Coordinates audits, including preparation of documentation for government, Board, and external auditors; manages audit resolution and maintains audit trails
Develops cash flow projections and optimizes investment strategies
Reviews capital lease documents and prepares financial lease calculations
Reviews outstanding purchase orders to manage surplus/deficit impact
Researches and interprets Federal, State, and Board policies; stays current on higher education regulatory changes
Reports on internal audit findings, recommends corrective actions, and provides staff training on internal control standards
Analyzes financial data for anomalies and non-compliance; conducts follow-up reviews to ensure effective controls
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
Licensed CPA
Audit or forensic accounting experience
Supervisory experience
Experience in Higher Education or a complex non-profit organization
Commitment to a mission-driven environment aligned with Catholic, Norbertine, and liberal arts values
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines
Knowledge of federal compliance requirements
Knowledge of higher education finance and accounting practices
Knowledge of computers and high efficiency in job-related software programs (Banner, Workday, Excel, financial reporting tools)
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
Clear and effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to present complex financial information clearly
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Maintains accurate work under pressure in a demanding environment
Communicates regularly on strategic matters and significant issues
Demonstrates mission alignment with a student-first professional mindset
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time-off
Tuition waiver
Company
St. Norbert College
St.
Founded in 1898
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Autumn Anfang
Vice President, Business & Finance/CFO
Marc Belanger
Vice President for Information Technology/CIO
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