Grambling State University

Assistant Controller

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DEPARTMENT:	Accounting/Controller's Office
QUALIFICATIONS:	A B.S. degree in Accounting and at least five years accounting experience is required. Preferred qualifications include an MBA, CPA, Sungard Banner and PeopleSoft experience. The desired candidate must have strong analytical skills, strong oral and verbal communication skills, strong organization and management skills and must be detail oriented. Proficiency in the use of Excel. The desired candidate should have a high strong sense of comprehension, good people skills, a friendly attitude, strong sense of customer service, and good decision making skills. Must be available for evening and weekend work if required. Must have experience in Microsoft Access and Microsoft Word. At least three years in higher education and two years of management experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:	The successful candidate will be expected to: Supervise General Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Travel Understand and utilize the SunGard Banner Finance module to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness in the operations of the unit Troubleshoot system problems Prepare various financial and accounting reports Assist with the year-end close out Assist with the preparation of year-end annual financial statements Conduct periodic in-service training to Finance staff Stay abreast of Banner system changes and upgrades to ensure that there is no disruption in the Finance system operations Liaison with ITC for problems requiring technical assistance Other related duties as assigned
SALARY:	Salary is competitive with excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION DETAILS:	Electronically submit (using MS Word) cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) letters of reference, and required applications to empapp@gram.edu. Official transcripts and Pre-employment Screening Forms (Criminal Background Check Forms) should be submitted under separate cover via regular mail to: Grambling State University Office of Human Resources GSU Box 4261 Grambling, LA 71245
DEADLINE:	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
RELATED INFORMATION:	Contact: Mr. Daarel Burnette Vice President for Finance & Administration 318-274-6406 Salary Range: 75K -85K
The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform applicants that we can employ only U. S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U. S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. Each finalist for a position is required to undergo a criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of the background check. GSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that provides facilities accessible to the disabled. Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the ADA should contact Grambling’s Office of Human Resources located in room #148 of Long Jones Hall or call (318) 274-2237. Posted 07/07/2009