Controller

Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a Controller in the Business Office.  This is a full-time, twelve-month position reporting to and supporting the VP for Administration and Finance.  The Controller is responsible for the accounting operations of the institution, including the production of regular financial reports including operational and cash flow budgeting, maintenance of accounting records and a comprehensive set of controls that comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).  The successful candidate will provide leadership, training and supervision to the Business Office staff and student workers.  Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of accounting experience required.  Competitive salary and excellent benefits package. 

 Blackburn College is and Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population.  We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.

 Send resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references to:  Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 209, Carlinville, IL  62626 or email hr@blackburn.edu. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position.  Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.