Director Of Financial Services (university Controller)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Four years of progressively responsible experience
Knowledge of gaap and gasb standards
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative finance leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions while ensuring fiscal integrity

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative finance leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions while ensuring fiscal integrity.
  • This role plays a pivotal part in strengthening the university's financial health by supporting data-driven decision-making and contributing to the mission of student success.
  • The position requires managing indirect cost allocation processes, overseeing audits, and partnering with university leadership to provide consultative financial analysis for strategic initiatives.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative finance leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions while ensuring fiscal integrity.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Four years of progressively responsible experience
  • Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards
  • Experience with Workday ERP System
  • Supervision of professional accounting staff

Nice-to-have

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
  • Master's degree in Accounting or MBA
  • Experience in public higher education finance
  • Familiarity with Arkansas fiscal procedures
  • Strong collaborative and service-oriented approach

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline
  • At least four years of progressively responsible experience in accounting
  • Preferred: CPA certification or Master's degree in Accounting/Finance/MBA
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

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