Controller

Business: Carroll Community College

 

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Higher Education

Business Address:
1601 Washington Rd.
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-8030

Contact Name: Human Resources
Title: Human Resources dept.
Email: hr@carrollcc.edu
Website: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/carrollcc

Job Description

Job Number FY25-00028 / Location Westminster, MD

Opening Date 04/11/2025 – Closing Date 5/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Type Full-Time – Professional / FLSA Status Exempt

Division Administration / Department Fiscal Affairs

Salary $70,163.00 – $94,720.00 Annually

Salary Details
This full-time position will be placed on the College 12-month employee Exempt Staff salary scale at grade 109. Actual salary placement based on qualifications and experience. Position includes an excellent fringe benefits package.

Job Summary
The Controller leads the college’s daily accounting operations, directly managing the Accounting team, Grants Accountant, and Accounts Payable. This position establishes and maintains effective accounting practices that align with the institution’s financial objectives and strategic vision. The Controller reports to the Director of Finance.

Essential Job Functions

Financial Operations Management

Oversees daily accounting operations functions including general ledger, purchasing, accounts payable, and student accounts receivable
Maintains accounting records and ensure accuracy of financial data
Prepares financial statements, tax reporting, and external annual college audit
Coordinates audit requests across college departments for external audits
Conducts internal audits as necessary

Accounting Execution & Support

Supervises assigned accounting staff
Processes financial aid transmittals and reconciles Title IV accounts.
Reconciles state retirement system reimbursements and works with Human Resources to resolve discrepancies.
Reviews and reconciles various GL accounts and complete year-end processes
Develops and processes required financial reports as needed
Assists with maintaining operating, capital, and auxiliary budget records
Supports Business Office functions including dual enrollment, contract billing, student refund process and payment processing
Directs processing of tax forms including 1099-NEC and 1098-T documents
Monitors bank balances and fund transfers
Represents the Finance Department in the Director’s absence, serve on assigned committees

Grant & Foundation Support

Supports the Grants Accountant with monitoring all grant budgets and approving financial reports for grantors
Supervises accounting for the Carroll Community College Foundation and review/approve monthly financial reports
Oversees the annual audit process for the Foundation and prepare Foundation financial statements
Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field AND Two years of direct supervisory experience
CPA and Three years accounting experience OR Five years direct experience in higher education finance
Knowledge of both GASB and FASB standards
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting software
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

Preferred qualifications
Experience in higher education finance
Experience with Ellucian Colleague
Knowledge of Title IV programs and other grants
Ability to extract and analyze data using query tools
Proficiency in developing accounting procedures and documentation
Experience with records management

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is normally sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicate
Visual Acuity – Ability to perceive or detect surroundings
Mental Acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand, and convey subject matter
Repetitive motion (i.e., keyboarding)
Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to another

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
College campus, direct contact with diverse students, staff, faculty and the general public in classrooms, common and shared areas, offices, and campus environments. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office, meeting, and training rooms. Use of safe workplace practices with office equipment; computers for data entry and word processing with some highly technical applications and new technology systems; avoidance of trips and falls; observance of fire and building safety regulations and all college policies; and observance of traffic laws when/if driving college vehicle.

TO QUALIFY FOR EMPLOYMENT, SELECTED CANDIDATES MUST:

successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)
be able to work on campus as of the first day of employment
be a resident of DE, MD, PA, VA, WV or DC as of the first day of employment
be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorships

Carroll Community College has the right to revise this position description at any time, and this position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Carroll Community College is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. Carroll Community College is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment.

Other Job Requirements
H.S. Diploma/GED, AA Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Light/No Lifting, Sedentary, Background Check

Wages per hour: $70,163.00 – $94,720.00 Annually
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
Carroll Community College is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to full-time benefit eligible employees working at least 30 hours per week including; Health Care, Prescription Drug, Dental Care, Vision Care, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Long Term Disability, First Financial Federal Credit Union, Retirement Plan Choices, Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance.

Days of Work:
MONDAY 8:30a – 4:30p  TUESDAY 8:30a – 4:30p  WEDNESDAY 8:30a – 4:30p  THURSDAY 8:30a – 4:30p  FRIDAY 8:30a – 4:30p
Shift: M – F 8:30a – 4:30p

How to Apply: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/carrollcc
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field AND Two years of direct supervisory experience. CPA and Three years accounting experience OR Five years direct experience in higher education finance. Knowledge of both GASB and FASB standards
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 05/05/2025