Assistant Controller
Kenosha, WI 
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Posted 9 days ago
Job Description
SUMMARY

Start with an organization that understands that work culture and work/life balance are so important to the happiness of our employees! Come join the Gateway family where a generous vacation and benefits package is the norm. Sick and Vacation time (prorated) available on Day 1, as well as Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits should you elect to enroll.

The primary focus of this role:
  • Supervision of Accounts Payable Staff
  • ACFR and Audit Coordination
  • Month-End and Transaction Oversight

In collaboration with the Controller, the Assistant Controller plays a key leadership role at the college. Responsibilities encompass overseeing accounts payable, general accounting, banking activities, and reporting functions. The Assistant Controller actively contributes to the production of financial statements and reports, ensuring strict adherence to federal, state, local, and Wisconsin Technical College System statutes, as well as compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The team is dedicated to maintaining financial integrity and transparency within the college's operations.

This position involves supervisory responsibilities, and the Assistant Controller reports directly to the Controller.


See for yourself how our employees are the foundation of our students' continued success!
Apply today to join the Gateway Family!
RESPONSIBILITIES

ACFR and Audit Coordination:

  • Assist with the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
  • Assist Controller with annual audits.
  • Address corrective actions from audit findings.
  • Serve as a secondary point of contact for external auditors.
Accounting and Financial Analysis:
  • Assist in revenue and expenditure statement preparation.
  • Prepare reconciliations and financial analysis spreadsheets.
  • Support daily, monthly, and annual accounting tasks.
Month-End and Transaction Oversight:
  • Assist in month-end close and annual accounting processes.
  • Review Accounts Payable batches and activity reports weekly.
  • Audit transactions for policy adherence.
Journal Entries:
  • Prepare, review, and create journal entries.
Regulatory Compliance and PCI-DSS:
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
  • Enforce college compliance with Payment Card Industry (PCI-DSS) regulations.
  • Monitor and train for PCI-DSS district-wide compliance.
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Perform related duties for effective and efficient financial college operation.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE POSITION

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS *REVISED*

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Five (5) years or more of accounting experience including month-end and year-end close processes and reporting, including external audit preparation
  • Supervisory experience
Preferred:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), active license
  • Experience in education, auditing, OR the public sector
Other required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Possess excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong accounting and analytical skills
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a quick learner
  • Demonstrated professionalism through attire and presentation
  • Advanced proficiency with Excel and MS Word
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

DIVISION/LOCATION: Business Office/Kenosha
COMP GRADE:
30
FLSA DESIGNATION:
Exempt

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
  • Employment is contingent upon an acceptable background
  • Flexibility is needed to accommodate day, evening and weekend student & business needs
Guide
Not ApplicableActivity is not applicable to this occupation
OccasionallyOccupation required this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
FrequentlyOccupation required this activity from 33% - 66%% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
ContinuouslyOccupation required this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands
Physical DemandsFrequency
Lift/CarryFrequency
SittingFrequently
0 - 10 lbsOccasionally
StandingOccasionally
11 - 20 lbsNot Applicable
WalkingOccasionally
21 - 50 lbsNot Applicable
Reaching OverheadNot Applicable
51 - 100 lbsNot Applicable
Reaching at or Below Shoulder LevelNot Applicable
Over 100 lbsNot Applicable
KeyboardingContinuously


StoopingNot Applicable
Push / PullYes / No
CrouchingNot Applicable
12 lbs or lessNot Applicable
KneelingNot Applicable
13 - 25 lbsNot Applicable
CrawlingNot Applicable
26 - 40 lbsNot Applicable
Climbing Ramps or StairsOccasionally
41 - 100 lbsNot Applicable
Climbing Ladders, Ropes or ScaffoldingNot Applicable
Over 100 lbsNot Applicable
DrivingNot Applicable


Traveling - overnight stay(s)Occasionally
Hearing RequirementYes / No
Communicating VerballyFrequently
One-on-one (in person)Yes
Far Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20' or moreNot Applicable
Group or conference (in person)Yes
Near Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20' or lessFrequently
TelephoneYes



Other SoundsNo

Environmental Conditions
Working ConditionsFrequency
Noise Intensity LevelFrequency
Humidity: non-weather relatedNot Applicable
QuietOccasionally
Extreme Cold: non-weather relatedNot Applicable
ModerateFrequently
Extreme Hot: non-weather relatedNot Applicable
LoudOccasionally
Working OutdoorsNot Applicable
Very LoudOccasionally
Wetness: contact with water or other liquidsNot Applicable



Working Conditions
Working ConditionsFrequency
Working ConditionsFrequency
Working in Close Proximity to OthersFrequently
Working interruptionsFrequently
Open Work SpaceContinuously
Stressful situationsOccasionally
Working in a confined spaceOccasionally
Exposure to offensive odorsNot Applicable
Exposure to a computer screen Continuously
Required uniform supplied by departmentNot Applicable


Gateway will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.


Gateway Technical College is an operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and an accommodation for the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at compliance@gtc.edu or 262-564-3062.


Your safety while employed at Gateway Technical College is one of our top priorities, so we encourage you to read our (click the link for the full report) prior to beginning classes. This report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Violence Against Women Act. This report includes crime statistics, institutional policies on campus security and safety, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes or incidents, sexual misconduct, and other important matters. Please feel free to email @gtc.edu or call 262-564-3062 to request a hard copy of the report.



All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex or national origin. Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources at 262-564-2358.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$83,126.00 - $92,362.00 Annually
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5 years
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