Trinity University · 8 hours ago
Associate Controller
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$113K/yr - $141K/yr
5+ years expTrinity University is seeking an Associate Controller to provide leadership and oversight of the University’s accounting operations. The role involves managing general ledger activities, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and collaborating with various departments to enhance operational efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Prepares and directs assigned work papers for the University’s annual financial audits, single audit, worker’s compensation, benefit plan audits, and other regulatory or grant-specific audits, and respond to auditor requests
Directs day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, journal entry review, grant accounting, and processing, analysis and reporting of accounts payable, payroll, purchasing cards, and expense reimbursements in compliance with GAAP, federal, state, and local regulations and University policies, assist with cash management and disbursement activities as needed, and prepare the monthly cash forecast for review by executive management
Ensures payroll tax reporting and remittances are timely and in compliance with applicable regulations. Issues applicable tax forms including IRS Forms W-2, 1099-MISC, 1095-C, and 1042-S. Completes federal and state quarterly reports
Directs Facilities & Administrative (F&A) rate proposals for federal agreements every four years, managing the approximately two-month process from start to finish
Directs processes to increase the efficiency of the departments while maintaining an effective internal control structure: periodic self-audits of each area. Monitor and analyze KPIs, operational metrics, and system reports to identify trends, mitigate risk, and enhance financial processes
Prepares and reviews journal entries during month-end and year-end, including grant-related adjustments and allocations and payroll adjustments, to ensure accurate reporting in the general ledger
Ensures the timely remittance of contributions to the retirement plan administrator for retirement and Emeriti plans and analyzes contribution data to ensure compliance with IRS 403(b) contribution limits
Directs the reporting of executive compensation and taxable fringe benefits; includes reporting of compensation and benefits for the University’s 990 federal tax return
Keeps abreast of federal, state, and local laws or regulations that impacts the area of responsibility. Lead and coordinate training initiatives for faculty and staff on disbursement processes, policies, and compliance expectations. Advises on accounting and grant policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Ensures compliance with all federal and state requirements for sponsored projects and grants, including governmental, grant funding, NACUBO surveys/reports, and single audit requirements
Directs and monitors the management of grant budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements and University policies
Directs, develops, and evaluates employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all policies and applicable laws. Interviews, hires, and trains employees; plans, assigns, and directs work; creates work schedules and conducts performance appraisals, counsels, and disciplines employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems
Collaborates with IT, HR, and other campus departments to ensure efficient end-to-end workflows and system integrations
Reviews and updates Business Office policies to ensure alignment with evolving laws, regulations, and best practices
Cooperates and collaborates with other employees in the spirit of teamwork and collegiality and interact with confidence, patience and integrity to provide professional leadership during emergencies
Complies with all Trinity University policies and guidelines
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field from four-year college or university
Five years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger, month-end close, payroll, and accounts payable processing
Minimum of three years of supervisory experience
Knowledge of GAAP and FASB pronouncements
Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments
Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Preferred
Eight or more years of progressive accounting experience
Five or more years of supervisory experience
Experience with Workday and enterprise reporting tools, such as Informer, Business Objects or Synoptix
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
Company
Trinity University
Trinity University is a private liberal arts college that provides academic facilities and programs for studies.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Victoria Ni
Co-Founder and President of Trinity University's AAPI Council
Alejandra Sanchez de la Fuente Molino
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