Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Compliance

Lead Financial Integrity. Strengthen Institutional Stewardship.

New River Community and Technical College is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Controller to provide leadership and oversight of the College’s accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and fiscal operations.

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Facilities/Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller serves as a key financial leader responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the College’s financial records, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and safeguarding institutional resources.

This position offers an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to play a critical role in supporting sound financial management, informed decision-making, operational effectiveness, and the long-term stewardship of College resources.

• Direct and oversee the College’s accounting operations and related financial activities.
• Maintain the integrity of the College’s general ledger and chart of accounts.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Ensure financial reporting and accounting practices comply with
  Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and applicable federal and state requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Analyze financial results and provide meaningful recommendations and financial insight to senior leadership.

• Collaborate with the CFO in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the College’s budget.
• Monitor revenues and expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budgets and applicable fiscal requirements.
• Assist with financial forecasting, cash-flow management, and long-term financial planning.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support institutional priorities and strategic initiatives.

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and successful completion of the College’s annual external financial audit.
• Develop audit schedules and prepare supporting documentation, reconciliations, financial statements, and other materials required by auditors.
• Coordinate responses to audit inquiries and ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, accreditation, and grant requirements applicable to the College’s financial operations.
• Prepare financial information and documentation required for accreditation reviews and regulatory reporting.
• Ensure financial records and reporting practices support transparency, accountability, and institutional compliance.

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting for federal, state, local, and private grants.
• Ensure grant-related accounting practices comply with applicable funding regulations and reporting requirements.
• Monitor restricted funds and ensure expenditures are allowable and aligned with applicable funding restrictions and requirements.

• Oversee cash-management processes and banking relationships.
• Monitor investment activities in accordance with Board policies and applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate capital asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure appropriate controls are in place to safeguard College assets and institutional resources.

• Supervise accounting personnel and oversee departmental operations.
• Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development.
• Foster a…