Controller (Winter Haven)

1 month ago

Winter Haven, Florida, United States Polk State College Full time

Job Description

Reporting to the AVP, Finance and Business Services, this responsible professional position is responsible for day-to-day administration of all activities related to the planning, design and development of budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, central services, accounts payable, property, auxiliary services, procurement, financial aid, and cash control and reporting to the President and District Board of Trustees.

Work requires the analysis of major programs and problems, planning of various interrelated activities, and the coordination of multiple projects or functions. Requires major decisions involving complex factors, which may be difficult to evaluate. Requires the development of data and recommendations that influence decisions on long-term programs and policies within college.

Essential Functions/Duties

  • Oversee daily operations of the finance and central receiving departments along with oversight of the procurement and financial aid departments.
  • Maintain official financial records of the College. Establish internal controls.
  • Develop standards and provide guidance for processing accounts payable, travel, receiving, and grants management.
  • Provide professional accounting input relative to college programs and policies.
  • Train, evaluate, reward, and encourage, as well as discipline assigned employees.
  • Establish and implement short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
  • Know and enforce Polk State College Policies and Procedures.
  • Integrate the goals and objectives of financial/business services office with those of the institution.
  • Develop and/or recommend methods for implementing and then implement programs, services or procedures mandated by law, rule, or directive.
  • Oversee the budget and resource allocation of all areas assigned.
  • Administrative system - Finance module oversight. Coordinates testing and system updates with Data Processing and users.
  • Responsible for maintaining appropriate security within the Finance module. In addition, coordinates with financial aid on module updates and testing.
  • Serve on planning and policy- making committees.
  • Manage the preparation of annual financial reports and various other State mandated reports.
  • Assist with preparation of the budget.
  • Act as the departmental liaison with auditors for all audits.
  • Supervise Assistant Controller, Accounts Payable staff, and Central Services Supervisor.
  • Other related duties as assigned.


Required Skills
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of administering public accounting and finance systems and procedures.
  • Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, procedures, and processes governing the receipt, custody and expenditure of monies.
  • Knowledge of state and federal college student laws.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with college personnel.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Knowledge of the use of management information systems to support business office services related activities.
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, ability to resolve complex problems and effectively manage projects.
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to integrate new accounting and information systems. (Ellucian Banner a plus.)

Working Conditions/Additional Information

  • This position is a full-time on-campus position located at our Winter Haven campus, but will travel to event locations as necessary. (Remote/hybrid options are not available.)
  • Weekend and evening work may be required.
  • Position may be required to work during College closures (such as winter/spring break and inclement weather closures).
  • Reliable transportation is required for travel to campuses, centers, and community locations as needed.

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Salary and Benefits Information

  • This position is a level P19. Please see below for specific salary range.
  • We offer an excellent employer-paid benefits package including the following: Medical, Dental, Life, Long-Term Disability, Vacation (except faculty), Holiday and Sick Leave, Retirement (if eligible) and college fee waivers. Other employee-paid, voluntary benefits (vision, short-term disability, etc.) are also available.

Required Education

A Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Accounting (or a related field) is required.

Preferred Education

Master's Degree in Accounting (or related field), MBA, or CPA preferred.



Required Experience
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in public or government accounting administration (or related area) with supervisory experience is required.
  • A Master's Degree in Accounting (or related field), MBA, or CPA may substitute for up to 3 years of experience depending on degree/certification.

Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered:

  • a resume
  • an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed)

This position will close at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024.

Important Information

  • If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
  • Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship.
  • Polk State College is committed to equal access/equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment. For additional information, visit For questions or concerns, please contact: Lonnie Thompson, Chief of Institutional Compliance & Engagement/Title IX Coordinator;
  • To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
  • Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
  • Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
  • Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

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Company Location

Winter Haven Campus

Salary Type

Annually

Salary

75, ,169.63 USD

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