Job Description

Purpose Takes Flight!
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Controller’s Office provides centralized support and oversight for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business process management, financial reporting, payroll, travel and other business payments and reimbursements ensuring compliance with UNC System, NC State, and federal regulations and policies in addition to GAAP.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Associate Controller position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance/Controller and is responsible for managing a high-performance accounting team accountable for financial reporting, tax compliance, debt service, fixed assets, cash management, and endowment/gift accounting activities in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, GASB, IRS, University of North Carolina System, and NC State policies, procedures and regulations.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· CPA Certification required
· Strong work ethic
· Strong analytical skills
· Supervisory experience
· Advanced Excel experience
· Business Process Improvement experience
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Experience in a complex financial setting, preferably in a higher education and/or government entity
· Experience with an integrated accounting software, preferably Banner
· Knowledge of North Carolina State business and audit practices preferred
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in a related field with 7 to 10 years of progressive full-time experience in accounting and/or financial auditing. CPA certification required.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
CPA Certification required
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function Financial Management
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Supervises and coordinates month end and fiscal year end close of university’s accounting system.
Assists the AVCF/Controller with the annual audit and maintains a central repository of working papers documenting the various reviews, corrective actions, and annual certifications in support of the audit.
Prepares annual financial statements and other financial reports as needed.
Designs, improves and manages the university’s general ledger component of the university’s financial software balancing the need to meet internal and external reporting demands.
Applies knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, and/or regulatory compliance to evaluate and assess risk at the agency level and within key fiscal processes.
Function Business Administration
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Develops a comprehensive plan to assess, evaluate, document, and report on the University’s internal control structure.
Interacts and corresponds with various administrators and departments to develop and maintain documentation of the internal control structure to include key controls.
Tests effectiveness of key controls, documents results, and recommends corrective actions to address control deficiencies.
Assists in the coordination and review of university policies and procedures and special projects as needed.
Represents the AVCF/Controller and the Finance Office when the AVCFA/Controller in unavailable.

Function Supervision
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Hire and retain skilled talent.
Invest in the team’s growth and development, providing guidance and opportunities for learning.
Build strong relationships with the team members, fostering trust and open communication.