Assistant Controller - Loyola Marymount University : Job Details

Provide technical and managerial leadership in maintaining the University's financial accounting and reporting systems. Ensure compliance with complex accounting and regulatory compliance requirements as they relate to financial reporting. Produce GAAP financial results of operations through semester and annual closes, and analyze and communicate to various contingencies. Maintain systems of financial internal controls.

• Manage the preparation of annual GAAP Financial statements, Uniform Guidance reports, NCAA Agreed Upon Procedures and benefit plan audit; perform technical accounting research with efficient resolution.
• Attend accounting seminars and conference to keep Controller and University overall, abreast of new accounting pronouncements. Provide presentations to educate appropriate groups.
• Manage GAAP based semester close process which includes but is not limited to: financial reporting; financial analysis of performance to date against expectations; capitalization of completed projects and recognition of pledges.
• Maintain strong internal control environment through documented control matrixes and narratives.
• Supervise Accounting Manager, Director of Post Award Administration, and Accounts Payable Manager.
• Work with direct reports to improve efficiencies and internal controls in respective areas of responsibility. Set up review processes deemed appropriate for level of work and external reporting.
• Creates customized financial reports and prepares ad hoc reports as needed for approval.
• Prepares for review the annual corporation tax return Form 990 and 990T. Assists the Controller on questions related to tax filings.
• Ensures all reconciliations are approved in a timely manner. Follows up in a timely manner on all reconciling items requiring resolution.
• Lead system upgrades and implementations for accounting related systems (Workday updates; system integrations with Workday and other ancillary systems as needed).
• Train accounting staff and budget managers/analysts on accounting for and processing transactions.
• Oversee the preparation of all financial survey information and external reporting.
• Serve on University-wide committees as deemed appropriate by Controller and other special projects. Maintain relationships with other Jesuit universities and foster information-sharing.
• Oversee the Finance Service Delivery system and manage tickets and collaborate with Service Delivery team members to provide University wide support for finance areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

• Minimum 7 years of public accounting experience in progressively responsible positions in accounting and/or financial analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of: Accounting, statistical report preparation, budgeting management techniques, and data processing operations.
• Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral) evidenced by background in preparing comprehensive reports and executive summaries incorporating complex, highly technical information.
• Highly developed organizational and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated computer competency and preferably knowledgeable Microsoft Office and Workday Financials.

• Typically Bachelor Degree in accounting or related field. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes. CPA Required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.