Assistant University Controller

The University Controller's Office is a department within the Finance Division. The office has business units covering the following areas: general accounting, cash services, asset management, financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable, debt, and the university's tax compliance.

The University Controller's Office works to advance NC State as a leader in fiscal accountability and responsibility through a partnership with our campus community, strong partnerships with our peer groups, improvements in the University's financial systems and internal controls, and efficient and effective business operations. The office continues its attention toward collaborative efforts and providing fiscal leadership, oversight, accounting, reporting, training, and outreach services that exemplify the highest standards of quality, performance, and service. Having professional staff and managers with imagination, knowledge, and people skills is paramount in the successful implementation of these goals.

The University Controller's Office is responsible for fiscal accountability, accuracy, and reporting of the university with a net position of approximately $2.0 billion, including timely and accurate payment of monthly and biweekly wages to over 18,000 staff, faculty, student workers, and temporary employees, over 117,000 vendor payments annually, and management of a $550 million external debt portfolio.

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The Assistant University Controller is a senior financial leader reporting to the University Controller, responsible for managing and directing major financial operations, including Non-Student Receivables, Billing, Asset Management, General Accounting, Month-End Close, PCI Compliance, Merchant Services, and Cash Management. In this role you will also lead departmental LanTechs, oversee system security administration (including NCID coordination and NCFS security), and manage access approvals for no-pay affiliates to ensure data integrity and compliance. As part of the Controller's senior leadership team, you will provide strategic direction, ensure sound financial practices, and collaborate with campus and UNC System partners to maintain operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service.

Key responsibilities of this role are organized into four major functional areas outlined below.

If you are a strategic, collaborative financial leader who excels in overseeing complex operations, strengthening financial systems, and developing high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply.

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.

Requires a relevant post-Baccalaureate degree with a minimum of three (3) years or greater of related professional experience, or a relevant undergraduate degree and a minimum of five (5) years or greater of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree.

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Please provide a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least 5 professional references, 2 of which must be current or former direct managers or supervisors.

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If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

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