The Controller is responsible for management and direction of all operational functions involved with the processing, accounting, and reporting of financial transactions of the University; representing Finance and Administrative Services with pertinent proposals and presentations to university executive leaders and the Board of Trustees Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committee; and playing a significant role in the professional development of Financial Officers and Business Services teams.

The Controller reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services. This position is a single incumbent administrative level position and supervises full, part-time, and student employees.

Essential Functions:

• Lead a management team that is responsible for the operational areas including general accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, purchasing and contract services, treasury services, Bursar’s Office, payroll, federal and state compliance, and financial systems control.
• Represent Finance and Administrative Services in providing expertise and resolution on matters pertaining to the financial operations of the university to USU administrators and the Board of Trustees Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committee.
• In partnership with the Director of Budget and Planning, play an integral role in the professional development of Financial Officers and Business Services teams, to maximize the impact of financial management and support services provided to all university departments.
• Liaise with external auditors, consultants, internal personnel, and other constituents as needed, to perform the administrator duties of the Controller position.
• Present the annual financial report and audit results to the Board of Trustees Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committee, as directed by the Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services.
• Collaborate with the University Budget and Planning Office on financial data and with Business Services to implement financial procedures and internal controls institution wide.
• Perform a variety of special projects and other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services.

Disclaimer: This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and to promote and contribute to an inclusive and respectful workplace.
• Excellent technical knowledge and proficiency of accounting standards.
• Ability to research and improve processes and methods for areas of responsibility.
• Skilled in developing and implementing new strategies for operational effectiveness.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare reports, statements, and/or projections.
• Strong customer service focuses with an emphasis on outreach to departments and the ability to listen to and understand business needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to function as a team player who can interact with others at all levels to accomplish goals in an efficient, productive, and collaborative manner.
• Ability to work with all levels in the organization.
• Ability to multitask daily and manage numerous requests.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Proven problem-solving skills, and proactive in problem solving.
• Ability to distill and act on feedback from a variety of sources.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, working in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Possess a high degree of initiative, attention to detail and follow-through, as well as the ability to adjust to changing requirements and priorities.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

*updated 04/2024

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023