1. Initiates and develops University accounting policies and procedures. 2. Oversees problem resolution and decision making for financial, administrative, and human resources programs and requirements which affect the operation as a whole. 3. Determines and negotiates University cost rate and how to implement changes in accounting rules and government regulations such as the Tax Reform Act or rules affecting recovery of indirect costs. 4. Develops and directs a broad spectrum of accounting operations ensuring compliance with University, federal, and state regulations. 5. Directs the development of automated financial applications; establish strategies, goals, and objectives for each financial function. 6. Manages the development and design of processes and systems for tracking and recording accounting transactions; the flow of securities/cash to and from various invested assets. 7. Serves as primary resource on policies and guidelines related to grants and contracts or other accounting operations. 8. Supervises staff of exempt and non-exempt employees. 9. Oversees University's accounting operations or grant and contract functions; initiates and develops recommendations to higher financial authorities to institute new or modify existing accounting policies and procedures. 10. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skill/ability 1: Highly analytical with the ability to frame complex problems, gather necessary data, and make actionable recommendations. Expertise in identifying discrepancies or inconsistencies in data and turning large volumes of information into meaningful insights.
Required Skill/ability 2: In-depth financial and accounting knowledge, with a proven ability to develop robust reporting systems that support effective, timely decision-making. Expertise in operational finance, capital management, and compliance.
Required Skill/ability 3: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear, accessible manner. Adept at listening to others and adapting communication style to different audiences at all levels of the organization.
Required Skill/ability 4: Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams. Demonstrated ability to create a compelling vision, manage and develop talent, and cultivate a culture of collaboration and accountability.
Required Skill/ability 5: Deep understanding of internal control concepts and the implementation of related systems to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with university, federal, and state regulations.
Preferred Education: CPA with 10 - 15 years of financial accounting experience, including significant experience in the management of complex accounting operations. Prior experience in financial process redesign.
Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Posting Position Title: Associate Controller
University Job Title: Associate Controller, Operations Finance & Admin
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: CPA with 10 - 15 years of financial accounting experience, including significant experience in the management of complex accounting operations. Prior experience in financial process redesign.
Master's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration. Ten years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Yale University is an American private Ivy League research university located in New Haven, Connecticut. Founded in 1701 in the Colony of Connecticut, the university is the third-oldest institution of higher education in the United States.