Assistant Controller for Gifts & Designations at Hillsdale College

Job Summary

This position will work under the Controller to manage the reporting and assurance related to gifts, endowment, and compliance.

Essential Job Functions

1. Manage accounting staff.
2. Prepare and post monthly entries to the ledger.
3. Review general ledger postings for accuracy and completeness.
4. Oversee endowment and designated funds in terms of purpose and reporting.
5. Prepare schedules for 990 and IPEDS compliance.
6. Monitor and report on student loan receivables.
7. Prepare schedules for the annual audit.
8. Prepare miscellaneous reports or reconciliations as needed.
9. Maintain confidentiality of all information.
10. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

A Bachelors Degree in Accounting plus five years of related office experience is required, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the ability to perform the job.

1. Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

2. Strong working knowledge and experience with enterprise software programs or accounting tax/software. In addition working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

3. Possess the ability to handle a wide variety of assignments simultaneously and prioritize properly.

4. Honesty, integrity, discretion, sound judgment, and prudence are a requirement.

5. Remain accessible and available at the College in time and presence to ensure the proper function of the department.

6. Maintain an acceptable attendance record, be punctual, and meet deadlines.

Code of Commitment

Be a good representative of Hillsdale College to promote the liberal arts, the Colleges original Articles of Association, and operating principles stated in the Staff Code of Commitment. The Mission Statement should be considered in all aspects of the position. The teaching of Christian faith shall remain a conspicuous aim of the College.

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