Director of Financial Services and Controller

Director of Financial Services and Controller

Shapethe financial future of Arizona Western College as the Director ofFinancial Services & Controller. In this high-impact role, you'll overseeaccounting operations, implement financial policies, and lead complianceefforts to ensure responsible fiscal management. Your strategic leadership willdirectly support the college's mission and long-term financial health. Ifyou're ready for a rewarding leadership opportunity, apply today!

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students. Directs and leads, directly or through delegation, theoperations and functions of financial services. Serve as College's Controllerfor general accounting, accounts receivable, cashiering, accounts payable,general ledger, financial reports, cash management, financial aid accounting,grant and contract accounting, property accounting and control, and travel.
• Responsible for the design and/or implementation of automated accounting systems that ensure the accuracy and integrity of the accounting systems. Serves as Data Steward for fiscal access.
• Prepares annual audit reports and consolidated financial statements ensuring compliance with GAAP and established College policies and procedures.
• Support leads and participates in strategic planning initiatives and committees and performs other duties assigned.
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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, businessadministration, or associated field, AND six years of position relatedexperience, AND two years of supervisory experience
  
  OR
• Master's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, or associated field, AND four years of position related experience, AND one years of supervisory experience
• Certified Public Accountant preferred, but not required; certification or licensure must be provided with the application materials
• Five years of experience in a public education setting preferred, but not required; experience and work history must be demonstrated on application materials
• Experience using integrated administrative systems ina higher education setting and knowledge of computer applications, including spreadsheetsand third-party software interfaces is preferred, but not required; experienceand work history must be demonstrated on application materials

Salary: $117,000 - 124,020 per year, depending on experience.

Notes:

• Yuma Campus
• Exempt

Why Work at AWC? At Arizona Western College, we are committed to providing a rewarding work environment:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents
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POSTING DATE:March 05, 2025

FIRST REVIEW DATE:The first review of applications date begin on March 24, 2025. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

Completed Application

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)

Cover Letter

Unofficial College/University Transcripts

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu

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