Assistant Controller

The Division of Business and Finance supports the instructional, research and public service activities of ECSU by providing sound and prudent leadership in the management of fiscal and physical resources, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing timely delivery of services to faculty, staff, students and other constituents of the university.

The Assistant Controller works under the guidance and direction of the Controller and is responsible for assisting with the overall management of the accounting department. The Assistant Controller will supervise mid-level managers and accountants, which includes the director of financial reporting, accounts payable, travel, payroll manager and other staff as designated by the Controller. This position will coordinate and perform a full range of financial, accounting and analytical duties to ensure the effective operation of the accounting department and the fiscal integrity of the university. The position could be responsible for one or several areas of accounting, including cash receipting, grants management, policies and procedures and other related functions as designated by the Controller.

Expert knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.

A thorough knowledge of financial reporting practices in higher education.

Sound and well developed administrative and management skills.

Hands on ability to prepare financial statements that require minimal audit adjustments.

Hands on ability to solve complex problems and financial problems.

Thorough knowledge of governmental auditing principles and practices.

Ability to recruit, train, and motivate personnel.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Thorough knowledge of Banner accounting systems or other major ERP systems.

Five or more years progressive accounting experience required.

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.