Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller Saint Michael's College – Colchester, VT Job Description

St Michael's College Finance Department is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Controller. Primary responsibilities include providing day to day guidance and operational supervision to the financial accounting function. Prepares draft financial statements required schedules, and related disclosures for year-end financial statements, and related audits. Leads the preparation of the annual tax return and other regulatory filings. Maintains strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles;

applicable laws and regulations; policies, and procedures to ensure an appropriate level of compliance.

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Employee tuition benefits
• Dependent tuition benefits
• Discounted gym membership

• An advanced degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferably in the area of business and/or accounting or related field.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of work experience preferably in Higher Education and a strong background in accounting/auditing.
• Ability to work with competing deadlines and have strong time management skills.
• Experience in process improvement and change management is a plus.
• An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Saint Michael's College, inspired by our Edmundite Catholic mission, is committed to diversity and inclusion across our campus community. We are committed to attracting and supporting faculty and staff that fully represent the racial, ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity of the nation, and we actively seek applications from underrepresented groups. Applicants are invited to include in their cover letter and other documents information about how they may contribute to our goal through their research, teaching and/or service.

Saint Michael's College is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, in compliance with applicable provisions of state and federal law that prohibit discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or military service status, HIV-positive test result status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic, as such characteristics and prohibitions are defined by applicable law.

The College will not rely inappropriately on such characteristics, or upon related stereotypes or biases, in making employment-related decisions. Also, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship or otherwise would not be required by applicable law, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, as well as any employee who is limited in her ability to perform the functions of her job because of pregnancy, childbirth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth.