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Job overview

Area of Responsibility
Business Operations
Type
Full-Time
Location
Orlando, FL, Florida

Assistant Controller

University of Central FloridaFull-TimeOrlando, FL, FL

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Controller is responsible for all of the traditional controllership functions for UCF Athletics Association, a separate legal entity and direct support organization of the University of Central Florida. These responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Directing and approving journal entries.

  • Managing the month-end and year-end closing process.

  • Reviewing account reconciliations on a timely basis.

  • Performing analytical reviews aimed to identify errors and produce variance explanations.

  • Producing routine and ad hoc financial reports for management, the board of directors, and external.

  • Maintain a matrix chart of accounts to accurately produce the elements needed for various reports.

  • Serving as the primary contact to external auditors.

  • Designing and implementing accounting processes that maintain strong internal controls.

  • Leading, developing, and retaining staff with high degree of productivity, effectiveness, and job satisfaction.

  • Maximizing the effectiveness and efficiency of the accounting system and participating in the implementation of new applications and system upgrades.

  • Performing accounting research and documenting technical memos.

  • Planning, supervising, and directing the work of others to achieve continuous improvement and manage critical reporting deadlines.

  • Proactively communicating recommendations and status of work.

  • Developing relationships and fostering trust with partners in the university community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's in Accounting and/or CPA is highly desirable.

  • 3+ years of producing a full set of audited financial statements, footnote disclosures, and MD&A in compliance with either FASB or GASB.

  • Advanced proficiency in financial analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, charts, and macros.

  • Strong skills in data analysis, trend identification, and storytelling through data.

  • Proven ability to effectively communicate with leadership and senior management, including the preparation and presentation of financial reports and recommendations.

  • 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in a decentralized and complex organization.

  • Demonstrated commitment to customer service and ability to foster and maintain partnerships with various stakeholders.

  • Experience with Workday or similar cloud-based ERP.

  • Experience in intercollegiate athletics administration.