Manager of Accounting & Business Services

Description

Reporting directly to the CFO & Controller, this position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and financial workflows of the College. This includes activities such as administration of the overall general ledger, accounting and financial reporting for Central College. This critical role ensures accurate, timely, and decision-useful financial information while strengthening financial controls, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technology-enabled workflows across the organization.

This role supervises the treasury, endowment and grant analyst position and plays a critical role in preparing financial reports and supporting audits. This position partners with other departments and functions across the College, to ensure consistency, compliance and provide operational leadership in advancing sound fiscal practices across the College. This role requires professionalism, poise, and an ability to handle sensitive information while making decisions amid ambiguity.

• Manage daily accounting operations and ensure proper maintenance of the general ledger, including processes such as fixed assets, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
• Ensure that all accounts are periodically reconciled to confirm completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of transactions in compliance with GAAP and institutional policy.

• Oversee daily cash operations, bank relationships, and cash flow projections.
• Assist CFO & Controller with monitoring liquidity needs.
• Manage debt service payments, schedules and covenant compliance.

• Prepare internal financial reports and dashboards for departmental and institutional use.
• Assist the CFO & Controller by preparing the monthly financial statements, in both internal and external formats.
• Analyze variances and trends to support financial planning and decision‑making.
• Develop financial reporting as requested by the Senior Leadership Team and to support the Board of Trustees.

• Develop business processes from end to end in collaboration with other functional areas and departments.
• Identify process improvements and enhancements to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify critical process risk areas and build mitigation strategies.

• Support the CFO & Controller in preparation for the annual audit by compiling work papers, schedules, and documentation.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring effective internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial accuracy.
• Address audit findings and recommend improvements as needed.

• Ensure adherence to institutional accounting policies and support ongoing training for departments.
• Stay current with regulatory and compliance changes affecting nonprofit and higher education accounting.
• Assist in updating accounting policies and procedures as needed.

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate staff; promote a culture of accountability, service, and continuous improvement.
• Support professional development through training, cross‑training, and clear performance expectations.

• Promote an environment of collaboration, transparency, approachability, and support.
• Advance the current level of organizational sophistication to build financial acumen and awareness.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business management or related field.
• 4 - 6 years with progressive experience in financial management, reporting, or business operations.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, internal controls, SOP development, and process improvement.
• Proficiency with financial software and student information systems.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of curiosity and seeks to understand problems, processes, and perspectives at a deeper level.
• Proactively asks questions to uncover root causes, opportunities, and new…