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Description

Seeking experienced Assistant Controller to oversee core accounting operations and provide leadership in financial management. Based in Reading, Pennsylvania, this role focuses on ensuring compliance with nonprofit and higher education accounting standards, managing endowments, grants, and restricted funds, and maintaining the integrity of financial reporting. This position partners closely with the Controller and plays a key role in strengthening internal controls and fostering collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise the daily operations of the accounting team, including training and development of staff and senior accountants.

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting.

• Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal guidelines, nonprofit standards, and institutional policies.

• Serve as a backup for accounting staff as needed to ensure continuity of operations.

• Oversee the financial management and reporting of restricted and unrestricted gifts, endowments, and grant funds, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.

• Lead the preparation of audit schedules and act as a liaison with external auditors during annual financial and grant audits.

• Monitor and enhance internal control processes, including cash handling, reconciliation, and procurement practices.

• Collaborate with IT and Finance teams to maintain and optimize financial systems, ensuring system integrity and effective reporting.

• Partner with campus departments to streamline workflows and improve compliance in fund management.

• Provide financial analysis and modeling to support decision-making for endowment spending, grant budgets, and capital projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with a preference for nonprofit or Education

• Proven ability to manage and supervise accounting personnel effectively.

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and federal grant compliance, including Uniform Guidance regulations.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with accounting systems; familiarity with Sage Intacct or Colleague is a plus.

• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills to support financial decision-making.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor staff, delegate tasks, and collaborate across departments.

Contact Sandi Nush 302-985-5234

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