Special Information

• This position is a hybrid position which allows the incumbent to complete their work at both an NAU site, campus, or facility and at a non-centralized site with or without accommodation.
• This position is posted as Foundation Controller, which is a working title. The NAU system title for this position is Director, Financial Oversight.
• This position can work at the Flagstaff Mountain Campus or the Phoenix North Valley Campus.

About the Department/College

NAU Advancement | Foundation engages students, alumni, parents, friends, and the broader NAU community to connect, invest, and inspire current and future Lumberjacks.

About the Position

The Director, Financial Oversight with a working title: NAU Foundation Controller, supervises and is responsible for the coordination of all monthly accounting which includes, month end journal entries, reconciliations of accounts, balancing of investment accounts and the monthly investment divesting. This position works closely and collaborates with constituents to provide financial support, ensure correct recording of financial transactions, and ensure accuracy and completeness of information. The Foundation Controller is the main financial liaison for the NAU Foundation and directs the audit and tax returns for the organization. As a member of the NAU Advancement | Foundation finance team and direct report to the NAU Foundation Chief Financial Officer, this position has a deep understanding of non-profit accounting, budget planning, reconciliation and assists in review and approval of accounts payable.

This position can work at the Flagstaff Mountain Campus or the Phoenix North Valley Campus.

Responsibilities Include

50% - Financial Operations

• Directs operational accounting activity for the Foundation and its subsidiaries, such as ensuring accurate and timely monthly close, reconciliations, investments, endowment, and pledge schedules.
• Prepares and provides oversight of financial transactions in accordance with set policies and guidelines.
• Manages and provide administration for financial applications, which includes accurate setup of funds and annual endowment payout assessments.
• Leads the year-end procedures and preparing schedules for the NAU Foundation’s annual audit and tax 990 filings.
• Oversees the annual audit and tax filings for the NAU Foundation.
• Oversees Foundation insurance activity, which include but is not limited to special events.
• Manages local, state, and/or federal filings, such as state charitable registrations.
• Completes special projects, such as improving operational efficiencies, fund audits, data integrity checks, special reports for constituents, etc.

20% - People Management

• Oversee a team responsible for accounting and finance operations of the NAU Foundation.
• Deliver formal feedback to employees, plan work, resolve conflicts, and address performance issues.
• Evaluate individual and team performance and prioritizes university development needs across the university.
• Develop and improve on existing standards to promote maximum team/organization effectiveness.
• Manage projects and reviews the work of the accounting team.

15% - Processes, Policies & Guidelines

• Develops, assesses, and executes policies and operational procedures for the NAU Foundation to enhance efficient financial oversight practices in alignment with accounting standards.
• Provides guidance and training to constituents in adherence to policies and procedures.
• Main liaison and subject matter expert for NAU Foundation financial policies and procedures.

10% - Financial Support

• Main financial liaison and resource for stakeholders such as campus partners, investment management company, auditors, etc.
• Oversees account and fund correspondence with internal and external constituents while providing and ensuring quality customer service.
• Understands the mechanics and supports in the development of budgets and strategic plans to guide financial planning decisions and ensure compliance.
• Serves as an advisor and prepares NAU Foundation monthly budget report and financial statements for the NAU Foundation Board.

5% - Other

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 5 years of accounting/finance experience.
• 3 years of management or supervisory experience.

*A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Finance experience in higher education.
• Working in financial software and constituent database programs including, but not limited to: Ellucian CRM Advance, Sage Intacct, Fundriver, and/or NAU systems and applications.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of financial operations tools, procedures, processes, policies, and concept; such as payroll management systems and budget analysis projects, as well as such as expense tracking, and trend analysis.
• Expert knowledge of financial reporting in higher education and university budgeting processes.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal financial reporting regulations.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Skill in detailed and complex numerical computations and reports.
• Skill in financial modeling and analysis.

Abilities

• Supervises team members and allocates tasks.
• Coaches and mentors others; trains staff.
• Communicates effectively.
• Listens actively.
• Analyzes complex situations and anticipates issues.

Compensation

Salary range begins at $89,551. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

Pre-Employment Check

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Also, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Fire and Security Report

Each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Immigration Support/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Submit your Application

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by midnight of the application deadline.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.