Associate Vice President/Controller

Responsibilities

• Serve as the University’s chief accounting officer, providing strategic leadership and oversight for all financial operations.
• Direct and oversee accounting, bursar operations, payroll administration, accounts payable, procurement services, and fixed asset management.
• Develop and implement effective financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard University assets.
• Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and management reports in compliance with GAAP.
• Act as the primary liaison to external auditors and coordinate annual financial audits.
• Advise senior leadership on accounting, compliance, financial reporting, and operational matters.
• Monitor financial risks and implement internal control systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible accounting and financial management experience.
• Five (5) years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, and compliance functions.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and proficiency with ERP systems.
• Strong financial analysis, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience.
• Experience in higher education accounting and financial management.
• Experience with Ellucian Colleague or comparable ERP systems.
• Experience overseeing Bursar, Payroll, Procurement, and Fixed Asset operations.

About the Company

Tuskegee University is a premier institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, fostering leadership and innovation within the community and beyond.