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Assistant Controller (18748)

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/5/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller (18748) position at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

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Position Vacancy Announcement

Florida A&M University's Office of the Controller is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Assistant Controller, Property Services vacancy.

Responsibilities

Responsible for development and direction of one or more fiscal and accounting functions; May function for the Controller in his/her absence, as required; Develops and recommends policies relating to assigned areas of responsibility; Coordinates the development, implementation, and interpretation of operating procedures; Assists in insuring that the goals and objectives for the department, University, and SUS are communicated and achieved; Recommends operating budgetary needs for assigned areas of responsibility; Responsible for liaison activities among functional area(s) and other departments; May serve on University or SUS committees; Coordinates the completion of studies and the preparation of reports; and supervises or monitors the work of other accounting or administrative personnel.

Prepares Segment Reports to the Financial Statements; Prepares University Financial Statements, Bond Financial Reports, and other reports as requested; Sets up item types; Creates and sets up new departments; Submits financial aid draws to be submitted to Treasury Operations; Runs trial balances for departments; Generates revenue reports for departments as requested; GASB Reporting; Foundation reimbursements; Reconciles all construction projects monthly with the COIP, form 442, Budget Status Report, and general ledger; Reconciles expenses, revenues, accounts receivable, and deferred revenues by year of appropriation; Assists with journal entries in ERP system and in AFS; Completes IPEDS financial survey and other BOG financial data submissions; Serves on ICOFA subcommittee for Accounting Principles and Asset Management; and maintains data integrity of chart of accounts for prescribed financial reporting guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience.

Recommended Competencies

Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures;

Highly proficient knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of financial data collection and report preparation;

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;

Knowledge of electronic data processing as it applies to fiscal and accounting;

Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;

Knowledge of the concept, principles and practices of management;

Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives;

Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices; and

Ability to represent the University in appointed area as required.

Pay Plan

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Access

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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