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

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter