Location: Asheville,NC, USA
Position Title Assistant Controller Position Type Full Time Regular Annual Schedule 12 months Expected Work Schedule Standard Anticipated Days Monday - Friday Anticipated Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with regular overtime Anticipated Hours per Week 40 Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus Job Description Summary
The Assistant Controller, reporting to the Controller, assists with oversight of the College's accounting system and fiscal practices. This position performs highly specialized analysis and interpretation of fiscal information. The work performed is highly complex, guides management decision making processes through recording, classifying, examining, analyzing and interpreting fiscal data and financial transactions.
Duties
* Prepares and updates financial and statistical reports; gathers and organizes data used in the preparation of special reports; prepares reports as required.
* Assists the Controller with State budget preparation and control. Prepares annual original budget entries, monitor budgets monthly and approve budget transfers. Prepares financial reports for categorical funds including Customized Training, BioNetwork, CTE, and the Small Business Center to ensure compliance with established guidelines and periodic reporting.
* Performs an annual assessment of internal control over financial reporting and compliance for the College in accordance with N.C. Enhancing Accountability in Government through Leadership and Education program.
* Assists with monthly and year-end close processes and preparation of annual financial statements and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report including preparation of complex schedules and accrual entries to ensure accurate and complete financial reports.
* Assists departmental personnel with budget/accounting questions, proper expenditure coding, document processing and other accounting related activities.
* Reviews and approves various transactions. Certifies and posts monthly cash for System Office and monitor cash balance. Prepares check requests, journal entries, and budget entries as needed.
* Assists with the review, evaluation, and recommendation of improvements to the College's accounting and financial internal control systems.
* Provides training and support to all critical functions of the business office.
* Assists with establishing agency level fiscal policies and procedures.
* Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.
* Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field;
* Five years of full-time or equivalent progressively responsible professional experience in accounting;
* Experience using Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
* Accounting experience in a higher education institution.
* CPA or similar certification.
* Experience with Governmental GAAP and GASB Standards.
* Experience with Ellucian Colleague.
* Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Should:
1. Read the following before submitting the Application:
* Application Selection Process
* Technical Support Tips
2. Upload Required Documents:
* When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.
PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT
If selected for hire:
* If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.
* Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.
PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.
Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?
A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region's premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959. With five locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately 10,000 curriculum students, 14,000 continuing education students, and 1,100 faculty & staff. We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in 55 degrees, 18 diplomas, and 56 certificates. A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college - providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development. If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!
A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)
A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!
A-B Tech is looking for:
A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.
Position Summary
Posting Detail Information
Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 01/03/2025 Start Date 02/03/2025 Keep Open Until Filled Yes Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable) $61,980 - $63,480 Total Compensation
Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.
The total compensation for this position includes an 24.04% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.
Benefits Summary
Total Compensation: 90,710 - 92,692
* Medical and Pharmacy Plan
* Dental Plan
* Vision Plan
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Short and Long Term Disability
* Death Benefits
* Life Insurance
* Supplemental Policies
* Professional Liability
* Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year
* Sick Leave of 12 days per year
* Holiday Leave
* All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military
* Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans
* Tuition Reimbursement Plan
* State Employees Credit Union membership
* Employee Assistance Network
* Annual Flex Benefit
* Alternative Work Schedules
* Longevity Pay
* Educational Attainment
Questions
A-B Tech's Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home's life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at ...@abtech.edu.
We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!