Assistant Controller

Posting Number: 201101266P Job Title: Assistant Controller Location: Texas Township Campus Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time Pay Rate: $70,218 minimum annual salary.
Starting salary will be based on education and years of experience beyond minimum requirements in job description.
Position Type: Staff Department: Financial Services Job Summary: Are you a business professional who would like to be part of an organization where service to the community is its primary focus? Do you possess, not only problem solving skills, but the ability to plan, organize and oversee the work of others? If so, please read on.
About Us Kalamazoo Valley Community College is a comprehensive, fully accredited, public, two-year college in Kalamazoo, MI.
We offer associate degrees in more than 60 areas of study and 50 certificate programs.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable opportunities that empower all to learn, grow, and thrive.
About the Opportunity Kalamazoo Valley is seeking an outstanding candidate for a full-time position as Assistant Controller in our Financial Services department.
Candidates with a strong background in business and a desire to utilize their skills within a community serving organization are encouraged to apply.
Primary Duties: Manage the operational, personnel and financial activities of auxiliary services and purchasing; provide administrative leadership; and, develop, implement and administer departmental operating policies and procedures.
Specific duties and responsibilities may include: Manage the operational, personnel and financial activities of the bookstore and procurement area; provide administrative leadership; develop, implement and administer departmental operating policies and procedures.
Oversee auxiliary services and coordinate efforts, programs and services with vendor/institution representatives.
Oversee the activities of the purchasing and payables area to ensure smooth acquisition of requisitioned items and timely payment of invoices.
Also review and approve to ensure institutional policies and procedures are adhered to.
Maintain Purchasing Manual, Travel Manual, Purchasing Card Manual, Business Expense Manual and Vendor Manual.
File appropriate IRS tax forms related to a donated vehicle and foreign contracting party.
Analyze financial data on financial institutions, maintain and monitor the institution’s cash flow and liquidity needs to ensure appropriate balances in cash and investments.
Maintain appropriate online account access for designated employees who are working with the college’s financial institutions.
Support the Controller in maintaining accurate accounting records, provide technical advice regarding accounting transactions and advise management on new or revised accounting methods or other changing financial regulations.
Provide audit support and preparation in areas such as Investments and Auxiliaries.
Supervision Exercised: Administrative supervision is exercised over two full-time employees.
Skills and Knowledge Required: Knowledge of acceptable external contracting standards and operations.
Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices.
Knowledge of acceptable accounting principles and practices.
Knowledge of institutional accounting policies and procedures.
Skill in researching and analyzing data and reports.
Skill in making oral and written presentations.
Minimum Qualifications: A combination of education, training and experience are required for this role.
An example of this would be a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of related professional experience.
Also required is a history of at least two years in a supervisory role.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience: CPA or CMA is preferred.
Ellucian Banner experience is preferred.
Physical Demands: None specified for this position Work Hours: Core business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Posting Date 12/18/2023 Closing Date: Special Instructions to Applicants: Please apply online at jobs.
kvcc.
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Priority will be given to applications received by January 15, 2024 EEO Statement As an employer, KVCC encourages, welcomes, and fosters differences because we believe that diversity makes us great.
Diversity extends beyond race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability, and encompasses people of all abilities, identities, circumstances, and characteristics.
All qualified applicants will be given equal opportunity and consideration for employment; please consider joining us as we continue to enrich lives by teaching and serving our community with excellence.
Prior to a job offer, candidates will be required to complete a criminal record background check.
For some positions, a credit history investigation will also be required.
Information gathered will be used for job-related purposes to the extent permitted by applicable law and will not result in an automatic disqualification from an employment opportunity.