Controller or Finance Manager

Located in Rindge, NH, Franklin Pierce University (FPU) is close to Boston and New York City yet provides the natural beauty and safety of a rural campus, with access to outdoors activities, the arts, excellent educational options for families, and more. The University possesses strengths such as a welcoming and inclusive community; growing health professions-related undergraduate and graduate programs on campus, online and at four Centers across the U.S.;

a personalized approach to learning and new career-readiness internship model; and reputation as an NCAA Division II athletics powerhouse.

FPU seeks to fill an immediate vacancy within our Finance Team. The Controller or Finance Manager reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and currently supervises employees responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Accounting. The Controller or Finance Manager and the Finance Team are responsible for all accounting-related activities including budget management. Other duties include managing available cash and debt obligations, managing the annual audits as well as preparation of financial and grants reports, preparing tax reports, financial analysis, and committee work, etc.

The title (Controller or Finance Manager) and salary offered will be based on the length of supervisory responsibilities and salary offered will be based on the length and relevance of the candidate's work history and professional experience.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration (graduate degree recipients are desirable as well) and significant experience in accounting and financial management ideally in education or other relevant industries. A certified public accounting license is not required, but preferred. Strong analytical and organizational skills and strong management qualities are crucial. The ability to communicate effectively, collaborate, and solve problems is expected as is familiarity with accounting software.

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