Controller or Finance Manager

About the Position

Located in Rindge, NH, Franklin Pierce University is seeking a Controller or Finance Manager to join the Finance Team. The role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and currently supervises staff responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Accounting. The Controller or Finance Manager is responsible for all accounting‑related activities, including budget management, cash and debt management, annual audits, preparation of financial and grant reports, tax reports, financial analysis, and committee work.

• Supervise staff responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Accounting
• Manage budget, cash, and debt obligations
• Coordinate annual audits and prepare financial and grant reports
• Prepare tax reports and conduct financial analysis
• Perform committee work related to finance and accounting

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration (graduate degree desirable)
• Significant experience in accounting and financial management, preferably in education or a related industry
• Certified Public Accountant license preferred but not required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and management skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving abilities
• Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in grants management desirable

Location:

Rindge, NH (on campus). Relocation assistance is available.

Salary will be based on level of supervisory responsibilities and relevance of the candidate’s work history.

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 160 hours (4 weeks) plus additional paid sick time
• Paid holidays: 20 holidays, including a 10‑day winter break with full pay
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and family
• Life insurance: 1.5x‑3.0x base salary depending on role
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with 100% vesting; employer contributions after one year or with prior H‑E‑D employment
• Tuition benefits for the employee and qualifying family members
• Additional perks such as pet insurance, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, gym access, meal discounts, and more

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume, along with contact information for three references. References will not be checked until the finalist stage of the search.

Franklin Pierce University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity it operates, as required by Title IX. Franklin Pierce University is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability employer.