Description

Job Summary

The Controller serves as a key financial leader within Business Services at Maricopa Community Colleges, overseeing the District's accounting, financial reporting, audits, and compliance functions. This role ensures accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with institutional goals while fostering transparency and strong internal controls across the organization.

As part of the Business Services Division, which includes financial planning and budget, facilities planning and development, purchasing, auxiliary services, internal audit, and risk management, the Controller helps drive operational excellence and fiscal responsibility. Together, these teams support the District's mission by streamlining operations, optimizing resources, and enhancing overall organizational performance.

Essential Functions

30% Oversees accounting functions, including:
General ledger
Accounts payable
Accounts receivable
Grants accounting
Capital asset accounting
Student financial services
Financial reporting
Treasury and investments

30% Ensures accurate financial statements and reporting are completed timely:
Oversees the annual financial statement and single audit
Provides guidance system-wide on internal controls and accounting policies, and procedures

20% Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff

20% Collaborates with senior and executive leadership to support decision-making with financial insights

Serves as the knowledge expert in finances, accounting, and internal controls

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, auditing, economics, financial analytics, or related field from a regionally accredited institution and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management or accounting, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.

OR

An equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or relevant industry certifications sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Desired Qualifications

A. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification or near-term plans to complete

B. Experience in a similar role in a higher education institution

C. Master's degree in a related field

Special Working Conditions

May be required to work at multiple sites or locations.

Work Schedule Varies

May be required to work evenings and weekends

May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs

May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor