Chief Accountant, Controller’s Office:

Chief Accountant

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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title	Chief Accountant
Department	Controller’s Office
Position Category	Staff – NonClassified
Job Summary	• Oversee the proper functioning of grants, contracts, fixed assets and other related financial functions, as assigned, at the Community College of Rhode Island. • Prepare and/or supervise the preparation of various financial statements and reports for the College, the Board of Education, internal and external auditors, and others both internal and external to the College. • Participate in the development, documentation, implementation, and improvement of policies, procedures, and processes.
Duties and Responsibilities	• Supervise and monitor the performance of personnel assigned. • Perform or coordinate all general ledger and related sub-ledger accounting activities of the College including but not limited to:  Ensuring the proper functioning of the College’s computerized finance system, including implementation, updates and improvements  Ensuring the accuracy of all data input into the College’s and third party computerized financial and other management systems  Preparing or coordinating the preparation of schedules and reconciliations needed to ensure that financial systems are in balance  Coordinating the set-up, maintenance, invoicing, and closeout of federal, state, and private grants and contracts  Preparing, assisting with and/or coordinating the preparation of schedules, analyses, projections, reports, financial statements, and tax returns as required • Account for Federal, state, and third-party grant projects, including set-up, maintenance, billing and close-out. • Assist in the development, documentation, implementation, and improvement of financial policies and procedures • Transfer or coordinate the transfer of College funds • Maintenance of capital asset accounting • Perform or coordinate all functions relating to non-student receivables • Participate in departmental and cross-functional teams and special projects • Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college. • Work collaboratively with others in a diverse and inclusive environment. • Other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications	• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting • Minimum of five years’ experience working for an organization with a complex, integrated, automated management information system with the ability to prepare and adjust trial balances and financial statements • Minimum of two years’ experience supervising full time accounting staff • Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel as well as advanced working knowledge of Banner or similar ERP system • Strong interpersonal, communications, organizational, and analytical skills • Ability to work independently and with teams in a deadline and detail-oriented environment
Preferred Qualifications	• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, or Master’s degree in Business Administration • Experience in a college or non-profit agency setting; with grant and contracting accounting; with fixed asset accounting. • Public accounting experience and familiarity with FASB/GASB accounting principles • Experience in grant/contract billing
Reports To	Assistant Controller
Campus Location	Primarily located at the Warwick Campus
Work Schedule	Calendar
Shift, Days, and Additional Work Schedule Information	Non-Standard; 35 hours per week
Full-time/Part-time	Full-Time
Permanent/Limited Position	Permanent
Benefits	Yes
Name of Bargaining Unit Union	CCRIPSA
Pay Grade	PSA 13
Salary Range	Range begins at $52,083
Additional Salary Information	Hiring salary commensurate with education and experience
Civil Service List position	No
Licenses, Tools and Equipment	Must be proficient in the use of various office equipment which may include computers, calculators, adding machines, copy and fax machines, and office telephone systems. Must have access to and use of own transportation.
Environmental Conditions	This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Occasional travel to other campuses and locations may be required.
Desired Start Date	asap
Position End Date (if temporary or grant)

Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies	1
Application Open Date	05/17/2018
Application Close Date (includes the grace period)	06/07/2018
Open Until Filled	No
Comments	CCRI Mission: The Community College of Rhode Island is the state’s only public comprehensive associate degree-granting institution. We provide affordable open access to higher education at locations throughout the state. Our primary mission is to offer recent high school graduates and returning adults the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth through an array of academic, career and lifelong learning programs. We meet the wide-ranging educational needs of our diverse student population, building on our rich tradition of excellence in teaching and our dedication to all students with the ability and motivation to succeed. We set high academic standards necessary for transfer and career success, champion diversity, respond to community needs, and contribute to our state’s economic development and the region’s workforce.
Special Instructions to Applicants	The closing date to apply for this position is 6/7/18. This date includes a five-day grace period. Application materials will not be accepted after 11:59pm EST on 6/7/18. To apply for this position, complete CCRI’s online application, and attach a cover letter and resume by the closing date. You do not need to complete the ‘Education History’ or ‘Employment History’ sections within the application if you are attaching a resume that includes the same information. Please include name and contact information for three references within the application. Finalists will be required to provide official college transcripts. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 401-825-2311. TTY: 401-825-2313.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree, or higher, in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting?
- Yes
- No
* Are you a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Management Accountant?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a minimum of five years’ experience working for an organization with a complex, integrated, automated management information system with the ability to prepare and adjust trial balances and financial statements?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a minimum of two years’ experience supervising full time accounting staff?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience in a college or non-profit agency setting with grant and contracting accounting?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience in a college or non-profit agency setting with fixed asset accounting?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have public accounting experience and familiarity with FASB/GASB accounting principles?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience in grant/contract billing?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel as well as advanced working knowledge of Banner or similar ERP system?
- Yes
- No
* To improve CCRI’s advertising strategy, please let us know where you FIRST learned of this job opportunity? Please be specific when using web site or publication names (example: LinkedIn, HigherEdjobs, Chronicle, personal referral, etc.). Thank you.(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Resume

Optional Documents

Other Document

CCRI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

CCRI recognizes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to creating a dynamic, positive and high-performing educational and work environment and to helping prepare our students for lifelong success. We welcome applicants who can contribute to the College’s commitment to excellence created by diversity and inclusivity.

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