Director Of Financial Services (university Controller)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Commensurate with education + experience
Financial reporting oversight
Compliance with regulations
Internal controls development
This position provides oversight for the university’s accounting, payroll, accounts payable, fixed assets, and financial reporting functions, ensuring fiscal integrity and compliance

Job Summary

  • This position provides oversight for the university’s accounting, payroll, accounts payable, fixed assets, and financial reporting functions, ensuring fiscal integrity and compliance.
  • The Director will develop and implement sound financial policies, internal controls, and process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community and is an equal opportunity institution.

Matching Summary

This position provides oversight for the university’s accounting, payroll, accounts payable, fixed assets, and financial reporting functions, ensuring fiscal integrity and compliance.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial reporting oversight
  • Compliance with regulations
  • Internal controls development
  • Payroll and accounts payable
  • General ledger reconciliation

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative and service-oriented
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Operational excellence culture
  • Continuous learning environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline
  • At least four (4) years of accounting or financial management experience
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master's degree preferred
  • Four (4) years of management and direct supervision experience preferred
  • Experience in public higher education or state government finance preferred
  • Familiarity with Workday ERP System preferred
  • Knowledge of Arkansas fiscal and accounting procedures preferred

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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