ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Associate Controller

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary: This position leads financial reporting a to ensure accurate, timely and compliant financial data for general purpose financial statements, data feeds to the State of Colorado, and management reporting for decision-making. Although there a no direct reports, this position is expected to provide leadership in partnership with the Controller for ensuring effective university-wide accounting processes and the appropriate use of accounting systems including but not limited to the current Banner ERP. A strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the ability to apply them to public higher education, the ability to analyze and improve business processes, and strong technical skills in data analysis are foundational to this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Prepare periodic journal entries for accounting estimates, accruals, (and other monthly, quarterly, and annual closing entries (e.g., interest expense, depreciation & amortization expense)
• Review general ledger account activity, reconciling data and analyzing results
  o Record journal entries to adjust and correct balances
• Extract monthly financial reporting data from the University's Banner/Ellucian software for feed and reporting into the State of Colorado's CORE financial system
  o Administer, evaluate and adjust all financial data reported and residing in CORE
• Prepare, evaluate and report federal and state financial reporting
• Prepare monthly reconciliations of all bank accounts
• Assisting the preparation of the annual financial statement audit and supporting schedules and reports
  o Gather and revise narratives documenting the design and intent of internal controls
  o Coordinate the collection of all PBC schedules required by the financial statement auditors
  o Review account balances for accuracy then report significant fluctuations between periods
  o Prepare account and report schedules for inclusion in the Management Discussion & Analysis report and the Notes of the financial statements
• Assess campus inventories annually (e.g. Outdoor Program, Bookstore)
• Calculate annual common area maintenance charges and assessments
• Update Banner approval queues
• Help ensure proper functioning of internal controls and custody of assets by assisting with prescribed internal audit processes and procedures and coordination with external resources as necessary or required
• Assist Controller and others with various tasks as assigned
  
  Required Qualifications:
• Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis or major in Accounting.
• Three years of experience in accounting including account reconciliation, balancing, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Foundational knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills supporting shared team outcomes and successes.
• Knowledge of complex accounting and / or ERP systems
  
  
  Preferred Qualifcations:
• Experience in governmental accounting including working under state and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of Ellucian Banner software
  
  Salary: $80,000.00 - 90,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
  
  Department: Colorado Mesa University
  
  Employment Type: Administrative
  
  HOW TO APPLY
  
  
  Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 4/2/2023.
  
  How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
  
  Direct Inquiries Contact: Bill Raimer, wraimer@coloradomesa.edu
  
  ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
  
  Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.
  
  At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
  
  The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
  
  Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
  
  
  Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.
  
  

   

  
  

  Colorado Mesa University
  
  Attn: Human Resources Office
  
  1100 North Avenue
  
  Grand Junction, CO 81501

  
  

  970.248.1820

  
  
  
  
  To apply, visit https://coloradomesa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/841?c=coloradomesa
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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