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Controller
Grambling State University —Grambling, LA
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- 3 years
- Finance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Financial Controller
SystemsAccountants —United States
- Contract
- Senior level
Director of Finance & Accounting
SystemsAccountants —United States
- Up to $150,000 a year
- CPA
- 5 years
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Grambling State University —Grambling, LA
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB pronouncements, state and federal regulations, and…
$110,000 - $120,000 a year
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Director of Student Accounts
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Oversees daily bank deposits and cash receivables, including student accounting and third-party payments. Required Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business…

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Controller

Grambling State University -
Grambling, LA

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Job Details

Full-time
$110,000 - $120,000 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
GAAP
Managing accounting teams
Accounting and finance experience

Full Job Description

Job Summary

Provides strategic leadership and oversight of the University’s accounting and controllership functions to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and sound fiscal stewardship. Directs the University’s core accounting operations, including financial reporting, general accounting, capital improvements, treasury, payroll, fixed assets, accounts payable, foundation, and student accounts, while serving as a trusted advisor to University leadership on accounting and financial matters.

Controller’s Operations:
Financial Leadership

Direct the University’s accounting and controllership functions, including General Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Student Accounts, and Foundation related support
Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB pronouncements, state and federal regulations, and University policies
Serve as key liaison with University of Louisiana System in close coordination with Vice President of Finance

Strategic Financial Reporting

Lead preparation of the University’s Annual Financial Report (AFR) and other required federal, state, NCAA, Board of Regents, SACSCOC, and IPEDS reporting
Provide executive leadership with timely financial analysis, dashboards, and decision-support reporting
Interpret accounting standards and recommend implementation strategies

Audit & Compliance

Coordinate all external financial audits and serve as the University’s primary accounting liaison with auditors
Lead responses to audit findings and oversee implementation of corrective actions
Maintain a comprehensive system of internal controls and risk management practices

Technology & Process Improvement

Champion continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging Banner ERP, automation, workflow enhancements, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance financial reporting

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Leadership
Strategic Financial Reporting and Analysis
Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls
Leadership, Technology & Continuous Improvement
University support and training
Other duties

Qualifications

Minimum:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
Five years of progressively responsible accounting or finance leadership
Supervisory experience leading professional accounting staff
Strong knowledge of GAAP and governmental accounting principles
Excellent analytical, communication, leadership skills

Preferred:

CPA strongly preferred
MBA or other related advanced degree
Higher education accounting experience
3-5 years of Banner ERP experience
Experience with GASB reporting
Experience leading financial audit

Supplemental Information

Applications without the following will not be considered complete.

Cover Letter
Resume
Transcript(s) if applicable
Curriculum Vitae if applicable

Review of applications will begin August 5th, 2026 and continue until position is filled.

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