Assistant Vice President for Finance & Controller
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Tri-Cities, WA Area (Hybrid - Headquarter location)
The Company is seeking an Assistant Vice President for Finance and Controller to lead its fiscal operations and oversee accounting and business services. Responsibilities include maintaining internal controls and accurate financial records, managing budgets and financial reporting, and overseeing student accounts, grants, purchasing, payables, endowment accounting, and trust properties. The role also leads audit preparation, tax compliance, asset and debt management, and the development of financial policies and procedures. The successful candidate will provide financial analysis and planning support, supervise finance staff, and communicate financial information to internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in business or accounting and an active CPA license, along with at least five years of progressive experience in nonprofit or business accounting and financial services; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may also be considered. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax matters, applicable accounting standards, and regulatory requirements is required. The role calls for effective communication, sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to lead collaboratively, organize work, delegate, and provide training. Familiarity with accounting systems and technology, as well as experience developing and improving financial processes, is also important.
Functions:
- Finance
About the Company
Well-respected liberal arts college
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Age
employees
201-500