Job Summary

Motivated and self-directed Assistant Comptroller to perform under the general direction from the Comptroller, this role will participate, coordinate and supervise the financial operations of the Business Office, to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll, general ledger, financial reporting, cash management, federal grant accounting, contract accounting, record archival, and federal reporting. The Assistant Comptroller will also supervise/mentor the accounting team.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Handle day-to-day financial management of all University accounting activities, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger and Payroll.
• Accountable for the accuracy of the monthly general ledger, trial balance and financial reports.
• Provide oversight of the university’s cash accounts and daily reporting of the overall cash position.
• Work directly with external auditors to complete and prepare the annual audit detail.
• Prepare all necessary financial reports and surveys for outside agencies.
• Prepare and/or assist in the filing of all necessary federal tax returns, including IRS Forms 990, 1098T, and 1099.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial, federal and state legislation, policies and procedures, such as GAAP, FASB, FERPA.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and analysis as needed/requested by university leadership
• Assist with the high priority given to the management and review of student financial aid and scholarship funds disbursed to student accounts.
• Accountable for the maintenance of key elements within financial management software, including training staff as necessary on new processes and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• CPA or Master’s degree preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting along with commensurate experience.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities. Ability to build strong relationships among all levels of the organization, including faculty, staff, students, external partners, sponsors and vendor.
• Exceptional proficiency with Excel, as well as the Microsoft Office suite.
• Working knowledge of non-profit reporting and higher education experience.

Salary:

$58,000-$62,000

NUHS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additionally, the University provides Group Term Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Employees become eligible for a 403(b) retirement plan after just one month of employment and can enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) after one year. Paid Time Off (PTO) includes accruals for both vacation and sick time. For full details visit www.nuhs.edu/about-us/human-resources/employee-benefits/

To apply, please forward your resume to:
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 630-889-6570 Attn: HR

NUHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer