Controller - State University Construction Fund : Job Details

About State University Construction Fund: The State University Construction Fund (Fund) is a New York State government entity dedicated solely to facilitating and expediting the construction, renovation, rehabilitation, and improvement of the State University of New York's academic building and infrastructure assets at 32 state-operated campuses and 3 teaching hospitals. Our offices are located within the historic SUNY System Administration headquarters in downtown Albany, New York. Though officially named the H. Carl McCall SUNY Building, it is often referred to by locals as the, D&H Building, or affectionately, The Castle. The Fund offices and the adjoining employee parking garage are just steps from the Hudson River, a short walk to the Capitol Building and the Empire Plaza, and a few minutes' drive to major highways including the Northway (Interstate 87) and the New York Thruway (Interstate 90). Job Description: The State University Construction Fund (the Fund ) is currently seeking a Controller to join our Controller's Services team at our office in Albany, NY. This position is responsible for the oversight, management and coordination of the Fund's Controller's Office which is responsible for the accounting, insurance, internal controls, and Enterprise Risk Management functions for the Fund. Specific Duties & Responsibilities: Establish, maintain and manage the organizations accounting policies, procedures and operations which include but are not limited to: Internal Accounting Systems and the Statewide Financial System (SFS) Compliance and internal control monitoring and reporting Financial statement preparation Integration of the Fund's information into the State University's annual financial statements Liaison with Office of the State Comptroller and the NYS Division of the Budget Financial and management reporting Capital Program reporting Annual and statutory reporting Data reconciliation Development, implementation of consultant and contractor contracts Processing consultant and contractor contracts, related capital payments, and operating payments internally, and coordinate their execution with the Office of the State Comptroller Oversee and manage the Fund's accounting, accounts payable, appropriations and contracts maintenance functions and staff. Coordinates the annual financial statement audit with the Fund's independent auditors, as well as, external internal control audits. Serve as the Fund's Internal Control Officer and lead the Internal Control Advisory Committee in identifying, evaluating and testing internal controls. Manage the implementation of an Enterprise Risk Management program for the Fund. Manage the implementation of contractual insurance requirements and supervise the monitoring of insurance compliance on all Fund contracts. Perform special projects as assigned. Requirements: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance and 15 years of accounting and operational experience with 5 years in a managerial position is required. A post-graduate degree or CPA license is strongly preferred. Experience with a governmental agency, including working knowledge and experience with the Office of the State Comptroller's policies and procedures is strongly preferred. Knowledge of design and construction contracts and procurement procedures is desired. Familiarity with architectural and construction industry practices and the ability to effectively identify and address contractual issues and enforce related requirements is desired. The ability to utilize information technology applications associated with accounting, finance and procurement to provide integrated systemic reports is required. Excellent written and verbal communication is a must. Additional Information: Salary range: $141,581 - 178,874 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including immediate participation in the NYS and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) with vesting after 5 years of service, Health Insurance (including Prescription, Dental, and Vision), vacation, sick, and personal time, 13 paid Federal holidays, paid parental leave, and telecommuting. Note on Telecommuting: Employees are eligible to request approval to telecommute a limited number of days per month after completing 6 months of service. Telecommuting approvals will be made in accordance with the Fund's Telecommuting Program Guidelines. The State University Construction Fund is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or retaliation. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Application Instructions: Please complete the application process using our online system. You are not required to complete the employment application at this time. If you are selected to interview for this position, you will be asked to log back in to complete the employment application.