Business Office - Assistant Controller - D'Youville University

Business Office - Assistant Controller

Summary: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Assistant Controller to join our Business Office. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in overseeing the financial operations of our organization. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Manage general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and monitor budgets, providing insights and recommendations for financial management
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports in accordance with applicable guidelines
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures
• Support the Controller in overseeing internal controls and ensuring compliance with GAAP, and other relevant accounting standards
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations
• Mentor and train accounting staff as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting role, preferably in public accounting or a similar industry
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Proficiency in financial report writing and analysis
• Experience with general ledger accounting
• Solid understanding of budgeting principles and financial management practices
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant accounting software

Work Remotely - No

Work Location: Buffalo, NY

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Pay: $85,000.00 - $92,000.00 Annually

D’Youville University is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

About D’Youville University

D’Youville is a distinguished private and research university with a rich history, located on the vibrant West Side of Buffalo, near a growing downtown area with year-round cultural events and outdoor activities. The university excels in preparing students for 21st-century careers, helping them become change agents who positively impact their communities. Under the leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, D’Youville is advancing through a dynamic planning process to enhance the university and improve the student experience.

Founded in 1908 by the Grey Nuns and named after Patron Saint Marguerite D’Youville, the university has a longstanding commitment to providing a compassionate learning environment for underrepresented populations. This tradition continues today.

D’Youville University was the first college in Western New York to offer baccalaureate degrees to women. With a strong Catholic heritage, the university welcomes students of all cultures, backgrounds, and faiths, fostering an environment where diverse faith traditions are respected. Since becoming coeducational in 1971, D’Youville has expanded opportunities for diverse learners, including adults, first-generation, low-income, and other historically underrepresented students. The urban campus community of 3,000 students offers over 50 majors in undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, including advanced certificates and accelerated learning options. With degrees in healthcare, business, and the liberal arts, D’Youville University encourages students to integrate community service with their coursework.

D’Youville University graduates are equipped with the academic strengths and leadership skills needed to make a difference in their careers and communities. All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor. For more information, visit D’Youville’s website https://www.dyu.edu/.

D’Youville University continues to grow its commitment to Diversity, EQUITY, and Inclusion. Remaining true to the teachings of our Patroness, St. Marguerite d’Youville, we seek to selflessly and compassionately contribute to humanity by improving the lives of individuals and society through education. D’Youville University was founded to extend a hand to those in need and equip them, through education, with the skills necessary to change the world.