Assistant Controller

Hiring Range: Up to $95,000 (Commensurate with Experience and Certifications) Job Duties Richard Bland College (RBC) is a residential, two-year liberal arts transfer institution dedicated to preparing students for successful transfer to highly ranked colleges and universities. Often considered a hidden gem just beyond the Tri-Cities region, the College is set within a picturesque rural campus spanning more than 750 acres of wetlands, serene forests, and the state's oldest and largest pecan grove. RBC invites applications for an Assistant Controller, a critical leadership role supporting financial operations, compliance, and institutional effectiveness. This position is responsible for managing and overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. The Assistant Controller provides leadership in ensuring adherence to GAAP/GASB standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies, contributing to institutional effectiveness through accurate financial reporting, risk mitigation, and continuous process improvement. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Leadership & Supervision Provide direct supervision to assigned accounting staff Ensure performance expectations align with organizational goals Complete performance evaluations in a timely manner and provide ongoing feedback Address performance issues in accordance with policy Promote a safe, compliant, and productive work environment Compliance & Internal Controls Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements Oversee and maintain the internal control framework (ARMICS) Conduct or supervise internal control testing and documentation Educate stakeholders on compliance risks and mitigation strategies Financial Reporting & Analysis Assist with preparation and submission of annual financial statements and ACFR schedules Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reports Provide analytical reporting and support to executive leadership Audit & Risk Management Serve as a liaison with internal and external auditors Ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented audit responses Support audit preparation and implementation of corrective actions Budget Support Assist with development, monitoring, and reporting of institutional budgets Ensure compliance with Department of Planning and Budget (DPB) requirements Support training and guidance for budget managers Accounting Operations Oversee the general ledger, reconciliations, and financial transactions Ensure timely and accurate posting in Banner and Cardinal systems Maintain proper documentation and financial controls Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Demonstrated progressively responsible experience in accounting, financial management, auditing, or a related field Demonstrated knowledge of financial accounting principles and standards, including GAAP, GASB, and/or FASB Demonstrated progressively responsible experience with complex financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions Demonstrated leadership and/or supervisory experience Additional Considerations Advanced degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Governmental Financial Manager (CGFM) Experience in higher education or public sector financial management Experience with Banner, Cardinal, or comparable ERP systems Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships across organizational levels Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. RICHARD BLAND COLLEGE IS AN AA/EEO EMPLOYER - Richard Bland College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. In keeping with this policy, the College does not discriminate and makes no distinction in the admission of students, nor in any other of its official activities, based on race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), age, military service or veteran status, marital status, parental status, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, family medical history or genetic information, disability, any other status protected by law, or any other non-merit based factors. The college also prohibits sexual misconduct including sexual violence or harassment. All standards and policies governing college employment and student employment, recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and support programs are applied accordingly. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA), RBC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: For full-time teaching faculty positions and adjunct faculty (part-time teaching faculty), applicants must submit a cover letter specifying their interested teaching discipline and statement of teaching philosophy, their schedule availability, resume/curriculum vitae , all unofficial transcripts, and a list of three (3) professional references. Please note: official transcripts are required on the first day of employment for all teaching faculty positions at RBC. For administrative and professional faculty positions the cover letter, resume, all unofficial transcripts and a list of three (3) professional references are required. Official transcripts are also required on the first day of employment for administrative and professional faculty positions at RBC. Chief Business Officer Richard Bland College Physical Address: Pecan Hall, Second Floor, 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA 23805 Telephone: ..., extension 8603 Email: ... IN COMPLIANCE WITH TITLE IX: Employees, prospective employees, student workers, or prospective student workers who believe they have witnessed or experienced discriminatory conditions or discriminatory acts related to RBC employment practices or inaccessible conditions that are inclusive of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, sexual harassment should present their concerns to either of the following: Title IX Coordinator Richard Bland College Physical Address: Academic Innovation Center, 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA 23805 ... | ... Or, Department of Education Office of Civil Rights 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20202-1100 www.ed.gov Contact Information Name: Richard Bland College - Office of Human Resources Phone: ... Email: ... In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at ..., or DBVI at .... Contact Information Name: Richard Bland College - Office of Human Resources Phone: ... Email: ... Contact Information Name: Richard Bland College - Office of Human Resources Phone: To stay informed about the status of your application, please log into your account at Jobs.Virginia.Gov Email: To stay informed about the status of your application, please log into your account at Jobs.Virginia.Gov In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .... 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