Controller

POSITION: Controller

LOCATION: Williston, ND

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: This is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: WSC requires a successful background check prior to beginning employment.

JOB SUMMARY:

• This position is eligible to be a remote or hybrid position for candidates located within a partial work-day’s drive to Williston State College for individuals not residing in the Williston area. This arrangement would require periodic travel to Williston.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Vice President of Business Services, this position is responsible for:

• The accuracy, integrity, timeliness, oversight, compliance and maintenance of Williston State College’s financial records,
• Leading the accounting/business office staff
• Providing adequate internal controls
• Preparing financial reports in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Preparation and monitoring of budgets
• Timely and accurate completion and support of various internal and external audits
• Compliance with federal, state and NDUS regulations related to the finances of not-for-profit higher educational institutions
• Participation in North Dakota University System’s statewide activities for Administrative Affairs for Controllers

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Professional certification as a CPA is preferred. Masters degree or MBA preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with accounting systems as part of a larger organization
• Experience across several accounting functions and in higher-level accounting activities
• Demonstrated ability to create and monitor effective internal controls
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
• Ability to interpret financial data and recommend action
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office spreadsheet and word processing software
• Strong communication skills, detail orientation, ability to coordinate multiple projects and tasks at one time, strong ability to maintain confidentiality
• Aptitude for team leadership. Experience in leading accounting staff is preferred
• Collaborative skills to successfully work across and support each department of Williston State College

SALARY: $80,000-$110,00

BENEFITS: Fully paid family health insurance, life insurance, annual leave, sick leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, TIAA retirement, and much more.

CLOSING DATE: May 6, 2025

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists.

EO/AA STATEMENT: Williston State College is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE NOTICE: Williston State College will be hiring one (1) applicant for this position and will interview the top three (3) candidates. North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.