Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position Summary: Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Associate Controller – Direct Support Organization (DSO) and Support Services Accounting/Reporting – Boca Raton, FL. Summary of Responsibilities include: + Oversee and manage financial operations and reporting for the FAU Finance Corporation (FAUFC) Direct Support Organization (DSO)/Component Unit (CU) and provide central accounting/reporting collaborative support for other FAU DSOs as needed/requested. + Prepare and review FAUFC financial statements, bond compliance filings, and audit reports to ensure compliance and accuracy. This includes supporting key stakeholders in providing the information needed to create the FAUFC annual budget. + Collaborate with the Controller, DSO leaders/treasurers, and university executives to align financial strategies with organizational goals. + Maintain and monitor financial controls and compliance with contracts, policies, and external regulations. + Complete all CU compilations for state filings and any/all necessary reporting for the FAUFC.​ + Oversee accounting and reporting for shared services across university entities, ensuring consistency and accuracy. + Lead efforts to streamline inter-entity/inter-company financial transactions and reconciliations. + Provide data-driven insights to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency. + Manage the accounting aspects of capital projects, renovations, and infrastructure improvements using Workday construction project tracking - this requires working closely alongside Design and Construction services and other FAU key divisions involved in project accounting processes. + Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and analyze funding allocations across major construction projects in Workday and provide all necessary reporting to key stakeholders. + Ensure compliance with funding guidelines, contracts, and reporting requirements in direct collaboration with related university constituents. + Provide regular updates on construction project financials to key stakeholders and others in the university who direct construction-related activities. + Work with other areas and representatives of Financial Affairs to collaboratively support the development and implementation of strategies for improving financial reporting and forecasting, as well as any other major initiatives related to the FAUFC (or any other FAU DSOs as applicable). + Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to senior leadership, supporting strategic decision-making. + Promote and contribute to the development of improved reporting and key performance metrics. + Supervise a team of accounting professionals, providing coaching, training, and development. + Foster a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and professional growth. + Ensure staff adherence to accounting standards, policies, and internal control requirements. + Ensure adherence to university, state, and federal regulations governing FAUFC, shared services accounting/reporting, and construction projects. + Be a primary lead on internal and external audits related to FAUFC, responding to any findings with corrective actions - under the direction of the Controller. + Maintain effective risk management practices to protect the university’s financial interests. + Complete other ad hoc projects as assigned by the Controller. FAU Benefits and Perks + If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: + Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. + State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. + State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service + Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee\_relations/flexwork.php + Sick Leave Pool Program + Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). + Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf + Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). For details on FAU's amazing offers, visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php Explore Living in Palm Beach County The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: www.bdb.org/apartments Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required. Preferred Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience in financial reporting, construction/project accounting, and nonprofit or higher education settings. Strong understanding of financial controls, audits, and regulatory compliance. Experience working with Direct Support Organizations or nonprofit entities. Familiarity with higher education financial processes and shared services models. Proficiency with financial ERP systems (Workday preferred) and reporting tools. Strategic thinking and the ability to translate financial data into actionable recommendations. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for cross-functional collaboration. High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance. Problem-solving and analytical capabilities for handling complex financial matters. Salary: $105,000 - $115,000 per year. College or Department: UCN: University Controller Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Application Deadline: 2025-02-20 Special Instructions to Applicant: APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume Cover letter OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711 Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. 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Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application). Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.