Primary Purpose |
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The Control and Accounting Analyst designs, documents and tests the College's financial internal control policies and procedures; reviews business processes and assesses, documents, and tests workflows and transactions; identifies process and procedure changes and recommends these to Directors in the affected areas, collaborates in the establishment of operational metrics in various areas and monitors results. In addition, the position will perform accounting functions such as fixed asset accounting and revenue/receivable reporting.
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Responsibilities |
Works cooperatively with others and accepts direction from supervisors.
The primary objectives for this position are to:
Internal Controls
(1) Analyzes, develops, documents, and tests internal controls over various aspects of the financial operation.
(2) Participates in the coordination and conduct of the College's annual audits performed by external auditors.
(3) Conducts testing of selected types of transactions, as well as, specific transactions in the accounting system to evaluate the adequacy of internal controls and the need to develop new controls.
(4) Serves as a point of contact and as a resource/advisor for departments and for the campus on the College's internal control policies and procedures.
(5) Interacts with members of the Controller's Office and related offices and provides expertise and assistance as needed.
(6) Tests designed controls and data in connection with the College's financial information system.
(7) Performs analysis and testing of internal control designs and operations in activities that are both centralized and decentralized.
(8) Assists in the study and assessment of financial, operational, technology and other risks throughout the College's activities.
Communication
(1) Serves as a point of contact for the campus and advises on the College's internal control policies and procedures.
(2) Interacts with members of the Accounting Services and Financial Reporting Services and provides expertise and assistance as needed.
Systems
(1) Participates in the review of business processes and assesses, documents, and tests work-flows and transactions.
(2) Participates in the implementation of new modules of the College's financial information system - or other finance related systems.
(3) Participates in the gathering of data to support College-wide reporting requirements.
(4) Provides support to other staff in the design and creation of ad-hoc reports using various reporting tools.
(5) Serves as a member of a team or individually participates in the development of special reports to provide better management information to senior management.
(6) Works closely with departments to encourage use of existing financial management tools and reports.
Accounting
(1) Fixed Asset accounting
(2) Revenue/Receivable reporting
(3) Deferred Gift accounting
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Education & Training |
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Experience |
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or CPA preferred.
• Higher education experience preferred.
• If not a CIA – the willingness to pursue and obtain CIA designation is a must.
• Five years of experience in an accounting, auditing or business office or a related field.
• Internal audit experience a plus.
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Knowledge |
• In-depth knowledge of accounting and internal control policies, theories, and practices
• Knowledge of electronic spreadsheets and the ability to maximize their capabilities to enhance efficiency and accuracy
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Other |
• Excellent analytical/critical thinking abilities.
• Deep understanding of internal controls
• Strong organizational and planning skills and ability to set priorities.
• Highly proficient with computer applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Initiative, sound judgment and ability to work independently
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
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