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Assistant Controller, Financial Services , Both Campus Locations

Mount Saint Mary's University

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Posted:
December 27, 2018
Location:
Los Angeles, California
Salary:
Open
Categories:
Financial, Staff/Administrative


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Assistant Controller, Financial Services , Both Campus Locations



About Mount Saint Mary's University:

Mount Saint Mary's is the only women's university in Los Angeles and one of the most diverse in the nation. The University is known nationally for its research on gender equality, its innovative health and science programs, and its commitment to community service. As a leading liberal arts institution, Mount Saint Mary's provides year-round, flexible and online programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. Weekend, evening and graduate programs are offered to both women and men. Mount alums are engaged, active global citizens who use their knowledge and skills to better themselves, their communities and the world. www.msmu.edu.

Mount Saint Mary's University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is thoroughly committed both to providing equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees, and to providing a work environment that is free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters. A background check will be required.


Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Controller-Budget Director, this position is responsible for timely and accurate completion of the month-end close process, financial reporting, account reconciliation, audit preparation and other related accounting duties. This position is responsible for the leadership and direct supervision of the Financial and Grant Accounting, Financial Reporting, Payroll and A/P functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Provides excellent customer service to faculty, staff and students.
  2. Provides leadership and professional development to departmental staff.
  3. Assess and provides recommendations for periodic updates to departmental policies and procedures. Provide training and guidance to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
  4. Manages the monthly close activities to ensure a timely and accurate close in accordance with GAAP.
  5. Reviews and posts monthly journal entries, bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations.
  6. Oversees the Payroll Department ensuring that all University Payrolls are processed timely and accurately in accordance with University policies.
  7. Responsible for the timely and accurate submission of University retirement plan contributions to the third-party administrator.
  8. Supervises the Accounts Payable unit to ensure timely and accurate payments to all University vendors in accordance with University policies.
  9. Supervises the Grant Accounting staff, ensuring all grant related expenditures, revenues and budgets are prepared/tracked in an accurate and timely manner.
  10. Oversees interim and year-end audit preparation and serves as a main point of contact for external auditors.
  11. Assists the Controller-Budget Director with creating, modifying, documenting, coordinating and implementing accounting controls within the organization.
  12. Performs other financial analysis and provide recommendations as required.
  13. Assists with the budget process as requested.
  14. Creates and distributes ad-hoc reports as requested.
  15. Performs additional special projects and/or other duties as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Assists AVP - Financial Services and Controller - Budget Director with other special projects or duties as assigned.






Requirements:

Knowledge:

  • Familiarity with accounting principles.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications with emphasis on Excel.

Abilities and Skills:

  • Ability to provide remarkable service to all employees.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in both written and verbal correspondence.
  • Ability to lead and manage projects.
  • Ability to analyze complex data and make recommendations.
  • Ability to work confidentially with discretion on privileged and sensitive information.
  • Ability to work well with other team members and employees from other departments regarding process improvements or other issues that may arise.
  • Understand and uphold the University's policies.
  • Ability to calculate and process information quickly and accurately.
  • Effectively organize, prioritize and handle multiple tasks to meet recurring deadlines.
  • Learn new concepts quickly and accurately.
  • Ability to work in close proximity with others and with frequent interaction.
  • Strong organization and prioritization, interpersonal, basic mathematics, customer service, data entry and very accurate typing.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in related field: accounting, finance, business, etc.
  • CPA is a plus

Experience:

  • 3+ years' experience directly related to job description.



Additional Information:

Work Location: Both Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles) and Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles)

Start Date: Immediately

Applications Deadline: Open until filled

The University is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse student population and workforce as a reflection of our commitment to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of learning. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to be a student or to work for the University.


Application Instructions:

Please submit cover letter and resume.

Internal Number: 1360425
About Mount Saint Mary's University
Mount Saint Mary's University is an independent, Catholic, liberal arts university which provides a values-based undergraduate education for women, as well as innovative programs for professional men and women on two historic campuses in Los Angeles. The Mount is the only Catholic university primarily for women in the Western United States. It is also nationally recognized for its academic programs, its culturally diverse student body, and its focus on preparing the next generation of citizen leaders.
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