Director Of Financial Services (university Controller)
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Financial reporting operations
Compliance with gaap, gasb
Internal controls and process improvements
This position provides oversight for the university’s accounting, payroll, accounts payable, fixed assets, and financial reporting functions
Job Summary
This position provides oversight for the university’s accounting, payroll, accounts payable, fixed assets, and financial reporting functions.
The Director ensures fiscal integrity, compliance with state and federal regulations, and strong internal controls while advancing a culture of operational excellence and customer service.
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.
Matching Summary
This position provides oversight for the university’s accounting, payroll, accounts payable, fixed assets, and financial reporting functions.
Salary
Commensurate with Education and Experience; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Financial reporting operations
Compliance with GAAP, GASB
Internal controls and process improvements
Financial data analysis
Supervise and mentor staff
Strategic financial analysis
Nice-to-have
Collaborative and service-oriented
Operational excellence
Customer service focus
Data-driven decision-making
Continuous learning culture
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related
4+ years of accounting or financial management experience
CPA or Master's degree preferred
4+ years of management and 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