Director Of Financial Services (university Controller)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
4 years progressive accounting experience
Gaap and gasb compliance knowledge
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative finance leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative finance leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions.
  • This role ensures fiscal integrity and compliance with state and federal regulations while advancing operational excellence.
  • The position offers benefits eligibility and requires a commitment to integrity, accuracy, and service excellence within a metropolitan research university.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a collaborative finance leader to oversee accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 4 years progressive accounting experience
  • GAAP and GASB compliance knowledge
  • Workday ERP system proficiency
  • Arkansas fiscal procedures knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • CPA certification preferred
  • Master's degree in Accounting or MBA
  • Public higher education finance experience
  • Strong staff development skills
  • Strategic financial analysis capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 4 years progressively responsible experience
  • CPA or Master's degree preferred
  • Legal authority to work in US required
  • Background check clearance required

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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