Controller, Foundation

University of Nevada, Reno

Reno, Nevada, US
Competitive + commensurate with education; adminis...
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Financial statement preparation
Endowment fund management
Gasb and irs compliance
The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Controller for its Foundation, responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant financial management experience and a relevant advanced degree

Job Summary

  • This role provides strategic leadership and oversight of the financial operations of the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation, managing cash and investments exceeding $300 million.
  • The Controller ensures accuracy across approximately 3,800 fund accounts, including more than 1,100 endowment funds, while supervising a team of professional and classified staff.
  • Employees receive a generous retirement plan with a 19.25% contribution matched by the University, along with health insurance, fitness center memberships, and reduced-rate tuition benefits.

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The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Controller for its Foundation, responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant financial management experience and a relevant advanced degree.

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with education; Administrative Faculty - D grade; 19.25% retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial statement preparation
  • Endowment fund management
  • GASB and IRS compliance
  • Team supervision of accounting staff
  • Investment reporting over $300M

Nice-to-have

  • Non-profit accounting experience
  • Government accounting background
  • Complex legal issue analysis
  • International banking standards knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 5 years experience OR Master's plus 3 years
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
  • Experience in non-profit or government accounting

Work Rights

Not specified

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