What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Vice President for Finance & Administration and Controller position at Springfield College?
Salary : $103,000.00 - $150,000.00 Annually
Location : Springfield, MA
Job Type : Full-time 12 months 35 hours
Job Number : 00189
Department : Controller
Opening Date : 02 / 21 / 2025
Description
Under the general supervision of the Vice President for Finance and Administration, the Associate Vice President for Finance & Administration & Controller (AVP & Controller) is responsible for the management and oversight of all financial and auxiliary operations of the College, including ensuring the integrity of the accounting records, overseeing the production of timely and accurate financial reporting, overseeing budget development and management, recommending and maintaining appropriate fiscal policies and internal controls, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal, state and local laws and regulations, and College policies.
Responsibilities
Management of all financial operations of the College.
Ensure all financial transactions are recorded in compliance with GAAP, and other federal and state regulations, in a timely and accurate manner.
Review and approve College contracts.
Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures based on federal and state regulations and industry best practices; update and train community on policies and procedures, when needed.
Provide leadership in the use of technology to achieve administrative efficiencies and streamline processes, while enhancing overall accuracy and transparency of financial reporting.
Foster a collaborative and service-oriented team, with a goal of providing assistance to internal and external customers in a successful and professional manner.
Provide oversight of the preparation of the College's audited financial statements, Federal and State Single Audit Reports, IRS Form 990 annual tax return, state tax returns and other financial reports, as required.
Oversee preparation of the annual budget; budget analysis, forecasting, cashflow analysis, and other analysis as required to assist senior leadership in making informed budgetary decisions in line with the College's strategic goals.
Manage short-term cash investments.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with college administration, staff, faculty and students, as well as external constituents, such as external auditors, bankers, investment managers and other partners of the College.
Work collaboratively with other internal leaders on operational issues, special projects and committees.
Manage and respond to student-related complaints and issues that have been elevated to a senior-management level.
Provide direct supervision of the Director of Student Accounts, Director of Accounting, Director of Procurement, Director of Auxiliary Services and other direct staff reports.
Provide indirect management and support to a full team of approximately 35 staff within the AVP & Controller's area, including the Student Accounts, Accounting, Procurement and Auxiliary Services departments.
Oversee other internal and external reporting and analysis, including tax-exempt bond compliance reporting and annual survey reporting.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Management or related field with more than 8 years of directly related experience.
Master's degree preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
A demonstrated understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices
A high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience with other Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures, Title IV funds regulations, and Federal Single Audit requirements
Experience with fiscal planning, development and reporting, including budget modeling and analysis
Demonstrate a high degree of integrity, diplomacy, professional competence, successful problem solving and the ability to lead and manage change
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to develop, train and implement College policy and procedure; ability to communicate verbally and through written word to all levels of constituents
Ability to function in a complex, high-demand environment, and to manage multiple priorities
Ability to operate effectively with little direct supervision, exercise good judgement, demonstrate self-direction and initiative
Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to lead and mentor the Controller's team
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with the college community and external constituents
The position requires excellent attention to detail in order to maintain the highest quality standards
Ability to compile and analyze complex and large data information.
Ability to develop training presentations.
Ability to draft communications and policy.
Demonstrated knowledge of accounting management software.
At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.
- Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
- Tuition exchange program for dependents
- Generous paid time off benefits
- Paid Sick Leave Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match
- Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)
- Life and accident insurance plans
- Long-term disability
- Optional voluntary benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness benefits and programs
- Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center
Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.
To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our page.
Do you have experience with fiscal planning, development, reporting and budget analysis
Do you have experience managing or supervising staff?
Do you have an understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices?
Do you have knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures?
Do you have experience with federal single audit requirements?
Required Question
Salary : $103,000 - $150,000
