Director Of Financial Services (university Controller)
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, AR, US
Financial reporting and compliance
Accounting and payroll oversight
Internal controls and audit processes
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative, analytical, and service-oriented finance leader to serve as Director of Financial Services (University Controller)
Job Summary
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative, analytical, and service-oriented finance leader to serve as Director of Financial Services (University Controller).
This role plays a pivotal part in strengthening the university’s financial health, supporting data-driven decision-making, and contributing to UA Little Rock’s mission of access, innovation, and student success.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community and conducts background checks including criminal, financial credit, and sex offender registry checks.
Matching Summary
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative, analytical, and service-oriented finance leader to serve as Director of Financial Services (University Controller).
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
financial reporting and compliance
accounting and payroll oversight
internal controls and audit processes
financial data analysis
team supervision and mentoring
Nice-to-have
collaborative and service-oriented leadership
strategic financial analysis
proficiency with Workday ERP system
knowledge of Arkansas fiscal procedures
strong communication skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
At least four years of progressive accounting experience
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master’s degree preferred
Four years of management and supervision experience preferred
Experience in public higher education or state government finance
Legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States