Hybrid Controller bei Kilgore College

Position summary:

The Controller is a supervisory position with responsibility for the Business Office, Treasury Management, Accounts Receivable/Payable, Procurement, and Payroll. This is a security sensitive, supervisory position.

 

• Supervise all assigned personnel (typically areas of accounting, payroll, purchasing, and student accounting activities).
• Supervise all accounting/financial activities including accounting, cash/treasury management, account reconciliations, fee collection, purchasing, accounts payable, and payroll.
• Develop and/or implement systems and procedures to ensure the college’s financial system is accurate, efficient, and in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and governmental regulations.
• Develop and/or implement training programs to ensure all business office staff have the skills necessary to carry out their assignments.
• Continually enhance and improve systems and processes to achieve college goals of improving student experience and data analysis.
• Preparation of the Annual Financial Report and coordination of the annual audit process with external auditors.
• Conduct periodic activities in a timely manner, including: Periodic State Reporting; Yearly Financial Statement Preparation and Audit work; Annual Improvement Plan; Personnel Evaluations; G5 Cash Draws; Payroll Payables & Reporting; General Ledger maintenance, security, and analysis; W2, 1099, and 1098T; Budget transfers and preparation; Program reviews and audits;
• Implementation of new modules and processes within Kilgore College’s ERP system as assigned.
• Partner with the Vice President in the development and monitoring of the annual budget, financial reporting, forecasting, financial planning, and special reports/assignments.
• Review and/or approve check requests, petty cash disbursements, billings, journal entries, contracts, and payroll documents.
• Provide day-to-day problem solving with solutions focused on solving the immediate issue while addressing underlying challenges.
• Preparation and distribution of special and/or grant program budgets and financial reports.
• Evaluate all assigned staff and develop plans to continually grow staff and processes to improve efficiencies and professional development.
• Regular attendance of a full-time work day.
• Serve as a productive and participatory member of the Business Office staff.
• Serve on various institutional committees.
• Represent Kilgore College through community involvement and activities.
• Other duties as necessary and assigned by supervisor.

• Baccalaureate Degree in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in accounting or related field.
• At least four years of experience in similar position, preferably including fiscal management of state and federal grants. Or four years of experience in role within a Finance Department with a high level of responsibility.
• Ability to effectively communicate (written & verbal).
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Office.
• Ability to lead and coach varied levels of office staff.
• Self-starter, detail oriented, and works well under pressure.
• Accepts responsibility, works independently and meets deadlines on a regular basis.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and build relationships within the College.

Desired Qualifications:

• Professional Accountant license strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in computer systems and database design.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

• Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

• 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan.
• Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities.
• Full Time employees are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) after 10 years of service.
• Tuition scholarships are for the employee and dependents. 
• Compensation for this 12-month position will be commensurate with experience.

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program.