Chief Business Officer/Controller - Yavapai College

Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Chief Business Officer is responsible for providing vision, leadership, and direction for the finance and business processes and services.  This includes the functions of general accounting (payroll, accounts receivable, cashiering, accounts payable, general ledger, budget, financial reports), cash management, budgeting and financial reporting, grant and contract accounting, travel, purchasing, mail room and print services, bookstore operations, 21+ housing as well as property accounting and control.
This position will require the ability to demonstrate leadership, innovation, and a mindset of continuous improvement, enthusiasm, a style that is genuine, open, and engaging; good judgment in recognizing talent and assessing where improvements are needed; the ability to make appropriate connections and build synergies; and an open and creative approach to problem-solving and a willingness to address issues without territoriality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and leads collaborative, cross-functional teams to achieve program goals and objectives
• Coordinates the preparation of District’s annual financial statements, including Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Federal Single Audit and Arizona’s Annual Budgeted Expenditure Limitation Report
• Facilitates the development of the annual College budget
• Provides financial reporting to the District Governing Board, state and federal agencies and internal management
• Responsible for ensuring the department has a strong internal control environment that includes policies & procedures, training, adequate review/approvals, and a proper segregation of duties 
• Assists with all capital financing, primarily bonds, done by the district
• Oversee the District’s insurance policies and provides risk avoidance and mitigation recommendations 
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving issues; grow team’s ability to provide outstanding customer service

Performs other duties as assigned by Chief Operating Officer