Associate Controller

Associate Controller

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The Controller's Office provides centralized support and oversight for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business process management, financial reporting, payroll, travel and other business payments and reimbursements ensuring compliance with UNC System, NC State, and federal regulations and policies in addition to GAAP.

The Associate Controller position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance / Controller and is responsible for managing a high-performance accounting team accountable for financial reporting, tax compliance, debt service, fixed assets, cash management, and endowment / gift accounting activities in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, GASB, IRS, University of North Carolina System, and NC State policies, procedures and regulations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• CPA Certification required
• Strong work ethic
• Strong analytical skills
• Supervisory experience
• Advanced Excel experience
• Business Process Improvement experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a complex financial setting, preferably in a higher education and / or government entity
• Experience with an integrated accounting software, preferably Banner
• Knowledge of North Carolina State business and audit practices preferred

Minimum Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in a related field with 7 to 10 years of progressive full-time experience in accounting and / or financial auditing. CPA certification required.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation : CPA Certification required.

Equal Opportunity Employer : Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties :

Function : Financial Management

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Function : Business Administration

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Function : Supervision

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Posting Detail Information :

Posting Number : EPA03342P

Open Date : 03 / 24 / 2025

Date Position Available : 01 / 05 / 2026

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