Controller - Business Office - Mt Vernon, United States - Skagit Valley College

Description

Salary: $95, $100,000.00 Annually

Location : Mount Vernon, WA

Job Type: Exempt

Job Number: E24-010

Department: Business Office

Opening Date: 04/29/2024

Position Summary

The Opportunity: This position, reporting to the Director of Business Services - The Controller, directs and manages financial reporting and general ledger, treasury accounting, and accounts receivable processing for Skagit Valley College (SVC), consistent with Washington State Law, Washington Administrative Code, College policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and the governmental accounting standards board (GASB).

This is a full-time, exempt position working 40 hours per week.

This role is based in Business Services on the main campus located in Mount Vernon, Washington. The successful candidate is expected to work from campus the majority of the work week, but the position is eligible for a hybrid/remote work arrangement.

About SVC: Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's Vision statement; "Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities."

SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all.

SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and to diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.

Mission: Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision: The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

The Location: Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Guiding Principles: Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration,
and Compassion.

Did You Know: Skagit Valley College is an innovative community college committed to offering inclusive access to educational opportunities, supporting student achievement, and engaging our community. SVC is nationally known for learning communities and support for high impact teaching practices that improve the lives of our students. We are committed to creating student learning experiences that foster equity and diversity to strengthen our local and global communities. We practice a high degree of collaboration among faculty, staff, and administrators to lead initiatives that advance student success and strengthen our increasingly diverse district. We value student and colleague engagement in creating an equitable, diverse, innovative, learning-centered environment.

Skagit Valley College offers:

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
• Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits including competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible to administer the following Business office financial reporting functions: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDs), fiscal year end, internal controls, financial statement and supplementary report preparation, State of Washington ACFR audit documentation preparation, Federal single audit document preparation, ensuring reporting complies with Washington State Law, Washington Administrative Code, District policies and procedures, GAAP and GASB;
• Responsible for District financial management including cash management, expense payment, revenue collection and analysis of all district general ledger funds and account groups;
• Responsible for all district cash and treasury accounting functions ensuring those functions comply with Federal and State laws, Washington Administrative Code, District policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles;
• Serve as advisor to the Director of Business Services - for assigned functions;
• Provide leadership in the delivery of financial, cash and treasury services for the College to departments and students;
• Responsible for appropriate internal controls related to invoice payment, check and electronic deposits and electronic disbursements;
• Responsible for internal management reporting and analysis: provide cash and treasury projections, forecasts, and financial trends to meet internal and external reporting requirements; ensure proper accounting techniques and controls are used;
• Supervise (train, schedule, evaluate and recommend selection and disciplinary action) exempt and classified employees. Adhere to rules and regulations ensuring efficient operations of SVC budget and fiscal services;
• Responsible for ensuring assigned staff adhere to acceptable behavior and performance standards. Demonstrate that assigned staff have been informed how behavior and performance will be assessed, receive timely and accurate feedback regarding performance, and any observed performance and behavioral problems are corrected promptly;
• Responsible for the integrity, and compliance with GAAP, of financial and other data provided to the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges and external auditors;
• Oversee computerized financial systems;
• Attend meetings and represent SVC on State Boards and Councils;
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions;
• Complies with College policy, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements;
• Support and advance the SVC strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of State of Washington's accounting policies and regulations; federal cost principles, principles and procedures of governmental accounting; internal auditing principles, procedures and practices; financial records and reports; recognized methods used in effecting internal control; and methods of accounting systems design;
• Ability to extract data from ERP and other systems and use automated spreadsheets and other tools for financial accounting, reporting and analysis;
• Ability to extract and analyze complex financial and statistical data and determine their significance;
• Ability to recognize and solve accounting and finance system related problems;
• Ability to supervise employees;
• Ability to monitor and evaluate fiscal and/or accounting activities;
• Ability to direct the development of controls and procedures for programs and appropriations;
• Ability to project and report on cash, revenue and expenditure trends;
• Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports and recommendations;
• Ability to work independently;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with individuals and groups;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district and campus administrators and staff;
• A demonstrated understanding and value of the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of the organization and the students we serve;
• Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times;
• A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of SVC;
• The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, and community and technical college system;
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related finance field from an accredited institution. Or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position;
• Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience as a professional accountant or financial analyst, including experience with financial statement preparation. Experience to include progressively responsible accounting experience which involved the application of advanced accounting principles and theories to an accounting operation;
• Certification as a Public Accountant (CPA), Government Financial Manager (CFGM), or Management Accountant (CMA).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in Accounting, Business, Public Administration or Organizational Leadership from an accredited institution;
• Experience in a State of Washington college, university, or public agency;
• Management experience of large and complex accounting systems;
• Demonstrated knowledge of governmental accounting;
• Demonstrated experience supervising a unionized workforce.

Salary, Benefits, Conditions of Employment, Application Procedure

Salary and Benefits:

• Annual salary rate for this twelve-month, 100% of full-time position is $95,000-$100,000 depending on experience;
• Contracts are written annually for the period of July 1 to June 30. This position will be filled as soon practical after a candidate is identified and the salary will be pro-rated for the remaining contract period.
• This position is exempt from civil service. This position is eligible for overtime.
• Salary, retirement, medical and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations and may be subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates. Additional information on benefits can be found at

Conditions of Employment:

• Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  
  Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B , applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.

Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position, applicants must:

1. Meet the minimum qualifications and;
2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at that includes the following:
   • The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
   • A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);
   • A letter of interest addressing the minimum, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).

In order to be considered for the position, you must complete the online application in full and attach the required supplemental documents. Failure to provide this information may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Application Deadline: Priority screening will begin after May 24, 2023. Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date may be considered until the position is filled.

Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted./ /

Application Assistance: If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation, you may contact Human Resources at , Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at by the application closing date. Information on SVC's Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at OPPM 3040.

For questions regarding the online application system, you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support at from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results, apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and later versions of Internet Explorer.

SVC Annual Security Report: The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act require all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies, procedures, and statistics on certain crimes, including hate crimes, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault. We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report, which is updated annually each October. All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by calling or by accessing the Report at:

Skagit Valley College is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.

Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, age, marital status, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact Carolyn Tucker, Vice President of Human Resources/EEO, or For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance, contact Title IX Coordinator, Sandy Jordan, or Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA All faculty and staff hired at Skagit Valley College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community.

Why work at Skagit Valley College?

Nestled between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound in the northwest corner of Washington State, Skagit Valley College offers a unique and highly regarded transfer curriculum and professional-technical programs that respond to the workforce needs of the region. The College celebrates diversity in its staff and students, and adheres to a set of guiding principles: respect, integrity, open and honest communication, and collaboration.

Benefits
Skagit Valley College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes high-value medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents with affordable monthly premiums. Basic life and long-term disability insurances are provided with the option to purchase additional coverage at a low employee cost. Flexible spending account and dependent care assistance programs are also available.

We help you prepare for life after your career by offering an excellent retirement plan, which includes employer contributions. In addition, employees have the option to participate in two tax-deferred retirement investment programs.

Personal and Professional Development
Staff development and personal growth are encouraged at Skagit Valley College. Training opportunities are offered to build employee competencies and develop leadership capacity. A professional development funds program and participation in the State Employee Tuition Waiver program provide further potential for personal and career growth.

A Full Work/Life Package
Pay, benefits, flexibility, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and out of life.

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Select from below the options that best describe your highest education attained.

• Not applicable.
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Some college: one (1) to two (2) years of college.
• Some college: three (3) to four (4) years or more of college.
• Associates degree or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Master's degree, or higher degree.

02

Specify the field of study of your highest education attained if applicable, or if further clarification is needed relating to your highest education attained, please describe in the text box below (if not applicable, type "n/a")

03

Select from below the options that best describe your experience as a professional accountant or financial analyst, including experience with financial statement preparation.

• None / not applicable - no relevant experience, or related experience.
• 1 month to 6 months of experience.
• 6 months to 11 months of experience.
• 12 months to 23 months of experience.
• 24 months to 35 months of experience.
• 36 months to 47 months of experience.
• 48 months to 59 months of experience.
• 60 months or more of experience.

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In the text box below, describe how you meet this qualification: Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience as a professional accountant or financial analyst, including experience with financial statement preparation.Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.

05

In the text box below, describe how you meet this qualification: Certification as a Public Accountant (CPA), Government Financial Manager (CFGM), or Management Accountant (CMA). Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.

06

In the text box below, type or paste your response to the following question: Skagit Valley College is committed to promoting the success of diverse students and employees. Describe ways in which you have used your position and privilege to create opportunities for people of diverse social identities (race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability status, etc.) and/or engaged in conversations about diversity. Examples include creating programs, acting as a mentor, developing equity-based curriculum or training, changing institutional policies, engaging diverse communities, etc. Please limit your response to a maximum of two pages equivalent. You do not need to include your response as a separate attachment in addition to typing or pasting it here

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I acknowledge that I have read the application procedure found in the job announcement. In order to be considered for this position, I understand that I must complete the online application, which includes the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references, responses to the supplemental questions, and the following documents as attachments:a) A current resume;b) A letter of interest addressing the minimum, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position.

• I understand the application requirements.

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