Suffolk County Community College - Selden, NY
posted 4 months ago
Suffolk County Community College is seeking a skilled financial leader to serve as Controller. This position reports to the Vice President for Business and Financial Affairs and plays a crucial role in overseeing an annual operating budget of approximately $215 million. The Controller is responsible for general accounting, financial reporting, capital accounting, student financial services, and internal controls of the college. This exempt position offers compensation based on the college's exempt salary and benefit plan, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, vacation days, deferred compensation, and a defined benefit plan. The Controller will assist the Vice President in the oversight of all accounting procedures, record keeping, and compliance with laws and regulations of the State of New York as well as Suffolk County. This role involves analyzing and implementing internal financial controls and procedures, ensuring compliance with various legal requirements at the college, state, and federal levels, and maintaining the integrity of financial data. The Controller will establish internal financial controls for the college, review these procedures periodically, and direct transaction audits of internal areas as needed. In addition, the Controller will ensure that all college financial transactions and financial reporting are performed in accordance with rules, mandates, regulations, fiscal policies, statutes, and generally accepted accounting principles as set forth by the college Board of Trustees, NYS, SUNY, US Department of Education, GASB, Federal circulars, and the US government. The role also includes coordinating annual external audits and audits by other entities of the college's official records, ledgers, and accounts, reviewing auditor's recommendations, and making appropriate procedure or system changes. Collaboration is key in this position, as the Controller will work with a variety of internal stakeholders to identify key internal business intelligence and lead improvements in business processes. The Controller will also collaborate with appropriate college staff to ensure the accuracy, security, and integrity of the college's financial ERP systems and data. Furthermore, the Controller will assist in the implementation and management of a financial system that adheres to recommendations issued by State Education Law and/or governmental agencies having reporting jurisdiction over this aspect of the college's functions. The ideal candidate should possess demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal communication skills, as well as strategic financial policy development experience in a complex institution. The ability to lead a high-performing team and experience working with a diverse employee population is essential. Excellent analytical skills with effective business acumen, strong verbal and written communication skills, and a history of identifying and implementing changes to improve the organization are also important. The candidate should have a reputation for integrity, high ethical standards, sound judgment, enthusiasm, and creativity, along with the ability to work collaboratively with various internal and external stakeholders. Proven managerial experience and experience as a team leader, along with knowledge of technology related to accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and treasury management, are also required.