Title: Associate Controller

Application Review Date: 03/01/2025

Work Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Finance and University Controller, the Associate Controller maintains a comprehensive and current understanding of the State Comptroller's Agency Risk Management and Internal Control Standards (ARMICS). Develops a comprehensive plan to assess, evaluate, document, and report on the University's internal control structure to ensure adherence to ARMICS requirements. Maintains a central repository of working papers documenting the various reviews, corrective actions, and annual certifications. Maintains and documents a comprehensive understanding, analysis, and risk assessment of the University's internal control structure at both the agency level and within key fiscal processes of the University. Interacts and corresponds with various administrators and departments to develop and maintain documentation of the internal control structure to include key controls. Applies knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, and/or regulatory compliance to evaluate and assess risk at the agency level and within key fiscal processes. Monitors and, as appropriate, provides oversight of efforts to gain reasonable assurance related to the financial and data security controls of critical business operations outsourced to third-party providers. Tests effectiveness of key controls and documents results. Coordinates testing with the Office of Audit and Advisory Services to minimize duplication of effort. Assists departments in the documentation, review, assessment, and enhancement of key internal controls in the University's significant fiscal processes. Consult and advise departments on the development and implementation of internal controls as requested. Identifies control deficiencies and assists in the implementation of corrective action in the University's significant fiscal processes. Recommends corrective actions to address control deficiencies. Assists individual departments in the development and implementation of corrective action plans. Follows up to ensure that corrective actions are taken and ensures corrective actions have the desired effect. Assists in the coordination and review of university policies and procedures and special projects as needed. Provides backup support to the University Controller for independent contractor versus employee analysis. Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Advanced degree or Bachelor's degree with equivalent related experience. Significant and progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience. Previous experience in documenting and/or in analyzing business processes and internal accounting controls and related risk assessments. Experience in interpreting and assessing compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and Governmental Accounting Standards. Excellent written, interpersonal communication, and presentation skills. Knowledge of and experience with complex automated financial systems. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with various levels of management and staff in a diverse environment. Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, and complete large complex projects and to set and meet deadlines. Aptitude to work with database reporting tools, pivot tables, and core functions of highly detailed spreadsheets and flow charts. Strong analytical skills and an ability to summarize detailed data into meaningful management reports. Ability to analyze financial data and trends. Demonstrated experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure. The ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgement in the establishment, interpretation, application, and enforcement of all rules, regulations, and policies. Strong customer service skills, ability to work in a team-oriented environment and the ability to communicate accounting matters to non-financial University constituents.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference is given for experience in a complex financial setting; knowledge of higher education business practices; knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia's business practices and the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual; knowledge of ARMICS and/or Sarbanes Oxley; knowledge of Banner, eVA, or Cardinal.

 

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: Yes

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Controller's Office

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Department Contact Name: Deana Sentman

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5794

Department Contact Email: dsentman@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

 

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.