Controller

About Lindenwood

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Job Summary

In addition to managing all facets of accounts payable, the controller conducts several key accounting tasks, including, among others, financial reporting and compliance verification. This role also oversees financial management of grants, endowments, and gifts, and tracks capital assets. Other duties include cash forecasting and managing investment accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Directs daily activities of Fiscal Affairs department
• Determines accounting policies and practices to ensure financial statements are in accordance with general accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Ensures accuracy in recording financial transactions; provides excellent customer service; and practices good financial stewardship of University assets
• Facilitates the collection and reporting of financial data for financial reports, tax returns, regulatory reports, audits, presentations, and other evaluations; undertakes discussion and closure of all related issues

Benefits

• Employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs (employee and spouse only)
• Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options
• Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1)
• Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included
• Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy