asst. controller in new rochelle

Prestigious University in Westchester County seeks to hire an Assistant Controller. The Assistant Controller is an integral part of the Accounting leadership team. The Assistant Controller provides a broad range of Accounting and Finance services with a focus on internal controls This position is responsible for managing Operational Accounting which include Accounts Payable, Payroll and the General Ledger.

• Management of accounts payable and payroll operations.
• General accounting functions; reconciliation, recording ledger activity, preparing financial reports. Review of financial transactions and approval of journal entries. Direct responsibility for supervision of the general ledger.
• Provides material contribution for annual audits and tax compliance reporting. Prepares all 990 tax requests, manages W2 reporting and quarterly tax filings.
• Contributes to policy development and updates as part of the Controllers group
• Identifies areas for system efficiencies and improvements. Contributes to the department internalization of new tools and efficiencies.
• Assist the Controller with the monthly and year-end financial close and preparation of the annual financial statements.
• Assist in coordination of the annual audit activities, including preparation and review of workpapers and account reconciliations.
• Prepare month-end, year-end, and recurring journal entries.
• Lead in reconciliation of general ledger activity, inter-fund activity, researching reconciling items and maintenance of restricted funds..
• Assist in projecting and monitoring cashflow, as well as revenue and expense summaries.
• Oversee preparation of tax schedules for 990 filing.
• Research proper accounting treatment for transactions.
• Provide support and assistance to department management with respect to development and coordination of financial management reporting and related processes.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of plans, decisions, policies and initiatives.
• Oversee staff of 4 including general accounting, accounts payable and payroll.
• Manage the student accounts receivable process.
• Manage the fixed assets reporting of the University, interfacing with Facilities to make sure assets are properly placed in service once determined to be in use.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of 1099s.
• Prepare notes to the audited financial statements.
• Manage the grants reporting for the University, which includes reviewing budgets, working with the PIs to request drawdowns and requesting funds from agencies.

• Minimum of 7 years' experience with at least 3 being in a non-profit organization or Higher Education
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• CPA preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).



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