Assistant Controller (Full-time) | Moraine Valley Community College

Moraine Valley Community College is a premiere institution located in Palos Hills, Illinois.  The college is seeking to fill the full-time position of Assistant Controller.  Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply through our web site: https://jobs.morainevalley.edu/postings/6281

Outstanding benefits include health, dental, vision insurance plans, tuition waivers, tuition rembursement, vacation days, personal days, holidays, SURS retirement plans, 403b options and more. 

To learn more about Moraine Valley, please visit www.morainevalley.edu/hr

Responsibilities include: Under the general supervision of the Controller, the Assistant Controller will manage and maintain effective accounting, budgeting and financial reporting systems for all funds under control of the College. Assistant Controller is responsible for the development and implementation of the college budget and policies and procedures to ensure good internal controls and preparing financial projections and incorporating various scenarios into the long-term financial plans. Assists with preparation of the audit, reconciliations, and financial reports. Responsible for overseeing Accounts Payable operations. Works with external auditors. Provides leadership to all staff in accounting, and ensures compliance with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statements, and Illinois Community College Board rules and regulations. 

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Bachelor’s Degree and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification, or Bachelor’s Degree and MBA.

• Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in accounting or business office administration, and supervisory/management experience required.
• Community college or educational experience and experience with or knowledge of governmental or fund accounting preferred.

Other Qualifications Sought:

• Knowledge of general accounting and auditing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures.
• Ability to make complex journal entries and produce financial statements from a trial balance.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in applying and interpreting policies, procedures and regulations.
• Understanding and appreciation of internal control measures and processes.
• Good supervisory skills.
• Ability to train/teach others one-on-one or in groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, departmental personnel, all levels of administrative staff and the college community.
• Above average verbal and written communication skills.
• Above average analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with PC-based accounting systems and spreadsheet/database applications.

Outstanding benefits include health, dental, vision insurance plans, tuition waivers, tuition rembursement, vacation days, personal days, holidays, SURS retirement plans, 403b options and more. 

To learn more about Moraine Valley, please visit www.morainevalley.edu/hr