Controller II - Departmental Accounting

Controller II - Departmental Accounting

Position Category: Staff - Full-Time

Summary:
Who we are
Utah Valley University is the largest public, comprehensive university in the state of Utah. UVU is an open-enrollment, dual-mission institution that serves as an integrated university and community college. At UVU, the administration, faculty, and staff believe everyone deserves the transforming benefits of high-quality education—that is affordable, accessible, and flexible.

The University has generous health benefits, retirement contributions, paid leave, and a tuition waiver for you and your dependents.

The Finance and Business Services Team serves the University mainly as a central office. The Team consists of committed and long serving employees who are committed to serving the University and providing quality and timely service.

This Role: The Controller II - Departmental Accountant is primarily responsible for facilitating and overseeing accounting support for the individual departments within the University. The Controller II - Departmental Accountant is also responsible for finance and accounting security, implementation and review of internal controls, financial training, and assisting the Director of Departmental Accounting with their management responsibilities. UVU offers an excellent benefits package which includes a generous leave policy, 12 paid holidays, affordable medical and dental insurance options, life and AD&D insurance, tuition waiver (undergraduate resident) for employee and dependents and substantial employer contribution to a retirement plan.

Required Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree plus three years of related experience, including two years of supervisory experience OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling at least seven years.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.
* Knowledge related to the design and implementation of internal controls.
* Knowledge of theories and techniques involved in analysis of financial data.
* Knowledge of computer systems and software, including spreadsheets, word processing, graphics presentation, accounting software, and Windows operating systems.
* Knowledge of business intelligence software and report writing.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
* Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
* Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
* Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
* Skill with problem solving, decision-making.
* Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
* Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
* Ability to provide guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
* Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in business, accounting, or finance. Experience in Banner systems and university procedures. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

Physical Requirements:
May require bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, standing, etc. Most frequently the position will require sitting at a desk and operating a computer.

Benefits Summary:
UVU offers an excellent benefits package which includes a generous leave policy, 12 paid holidays, affordable medical and dental insurance options, life and AD&D insurance, tuition waiver (undergraduate resident) for employee and dependents and substantial employer contribution to a retirement plan.

FLSA: Exempt

Pay Range: $55,788 - $74,464

Advertisement Number: STA135922
Open Date: 05/24/2022
Review Start Date: 06/02/2022
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:

To apply, visit: https://www.uvu.jobs/postings/28455

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