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    Assistant Controller - New York, United States - The New School

    The New School
    The New School New York, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description

    The Assistant Controller manages a team of staff responsible for the maintenance of the University's financial records. The Assistant Controller supervises the Director of Accounting and the Associate Director of Grants and Restricted Fund Accounting. This position reports to and works closely with the Assistant Vice President and Controller to ensure the accurate and timely closing of the general ledger and the successful completion of the annual financial statement, retirement plan and financial aid audits. This position also works very closely with the Interim Director of Financial Reporting to ensure that the information in the university's internal and external financial reports are complete, accurate and issued on a timely basis.

    The New School is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Oversee and monitor the goals and priorities of the department and promote staff development.
    • Work with the AVP Controller on the development, codification, documentation, implementation, and training of staff on accounting policies and procedures.
    • Maintain the WorkdayFinance General Ledger including the maintenance of the chart of accounts, journal entry review, and all general ledger feeds from other University systems.
    • Facilitate the timely and complete monthly close of accounting records and the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports.
    • Analyze and review monthly, quarterly and year-end account reconciliations.
    • Aid in the design and maintenance of financial systems to support the related policies and procedures, particularly as they relate to segregation of duties.
    • Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and coordinate with other university departments regarding timely fiscal close processes.
    • Analyze and ensure the timely and accurate compilation of mid- and year-end financial statements, including footnote disclosures.
    • Distinguish, investigate and explain financial statement variances against the prior year and the budget in consultation with other responsible departments and the budget office as needed.
    • Oversee the single audit, 403 b audit and financial statement audit.
    • In collaboration with the Interim Director of Financial Reporting and the Senior Director for Budget, Financial Planning and Analysis, prepare a quarterly financial report that includes actual year to date amounts, projections for the full year with a comparison to the budget and the prior year and explanations of significant variances.
    • Identify financial statement trends and assist in identifying and implementing appropriate internal controls and best practices for accounting processes and systems in a higher education/not-for-profit environment.
    • Lead and develop the regular monitoring of all receivables; oversee the preparation of the student accounts receivable aging and a schedule of all other receivables (contracts, leases, etc) on a monthly basis.
    • Certify that all contract revenue is appropriately recognized in accordance with revenue recognition principles.
    • Oversee the preparation of the accurate and timely preparation of the IRS Form 990 and 990-T, the annual IPEDS and Middle States Reports, the FISAP and PCI Compliance reports.
    • Special projects as identified.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
    • Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience including five years of experience in successfully managing staff.
    • Higher Education or not-for-profit accounting experience, including state and federal laws and regulations.
    • Proficient in computer applications (Excel, Word, etc.).
    • Certified Public Accountant.
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Experience with Workday
    WORK MODE
    • Hybrid- Employees hired for this position primarily work remotely with the occasional on-campus presence required with advanced notice. Employees in this role will also be expected to use their best judgment to be on campus when necessary in order to best fulfill the responsibilities of their job descriptions. #LI-Hybrid
    SALARY RANGE

    $160,000 - $180,000 per annum

    BENEFITS

    This is a benefit eligible position with access to The New School Tuition waiver program, up to 22 days paid vacation and 4 floating holidays per year in addition to paid holidays, comprehensive health, insurance, and retirement programs.

    We look forward to receiving your application
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