Assistant Comptroller

Position Summary

The Assistant Comptroller at Bunker Hill Community College supports the Comptroller in managing the organization’s day-to-day accounting operations and the reconciling of various accounts and projects. This role ensures accurate financial records and compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal controls. The Assistant Comptroller supervises accounting staff and serves as a key contributor to audit preparation and process improvement initiatives. The Assistant Comptroller reports to the Comptroller within the Division of Administration and Finance.

• Review payroll postings and reconcile any discrepancies and irregularities as needed.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including tracking new asset capitalization, depreciation, review for GASB
  87 and GASB
  96 compliance and tracking the College’s Plant Fund project activities.
• Assist with the accounting for the BHCC Foundation, including the review of transactions, preparation of periodic reports and financial statements.
• Review and reconciliation of the College’s P-card accounts and transactions.
• Prepare audit documentation and other periodic reports as needed.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, federal grant requirements, and Massachusetts state policies.
• Any other duty assigned by the Comptroller.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least five years relevant accounting experience with three years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, preferably GASB and public‑sector fund accounting.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent Professional Accounting qualification.
• Experience in public higher education, especially within Massachusetts community colleges.
• Auditing experience, particularly in direct liaison with auditors.

• Salary Range: $115,000 to $125,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
• Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
• Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screening may impact the hiring decision.

To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account:
Resume
. Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents.