Accounting Manager, Controller's Office

Union Affiliation: Academic Administrative Association

Pay Grade: 117

Reports to: Assistant Controller

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Hudson County Community College (HCCC) seeks an Accounting Manager for the Controller's Office to join its award-winning and nationally recognized institution. This is an exciting time to be a part of the HCCC community. This year the College will be celebrating its 50th anniversary.  HCCC has recently been named one of 101 recipients, 1 of only 7 community colleges to be distinguished, for the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, a national honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. HCCC’s Culinary Arts Institute was ranked as the #6 Culinary Arts program in the United States by Best Choice Schools. HCCC is a 2024 Bellwether College Consortium Legacy Award winner, a 2024 Achieving the Dream Leader College of Distinction, and a 2024 National Inspiring Programs in Business from INSIGHT Into Diversity. Also, HCCC has been named a 2024 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner.   

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Assistant Controller and Controller, the Accounting Manager will assist with the day-to-day management of the Office of Accounting, assist in the monitoring of compliance with established federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policies, procedures, and processing time schedules, while maintaining confidentiality of all data.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Assistant Controller in directing the organization’s accounting functions;
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning, and budgeting systems;
• Assist in periodic reporting and required legal filings. Also, ensuring that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization;

• Assist in the preparation and analysis of ad-hoc reports to assist senior College management in the decision-making process;
• Provide input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. 
• May give input into developing budgets;
• Responsible for the management of the annual financial audit;
• Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.

DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the supervision of Accountants and Senior Accountants; and
• Perform other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK: 

• Requires a CPA;
• Five (5) years’ experience, preferably in a higher education institution;

• Valid Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of IA Plus SCT FRS/HRS or Datatel/Colleague preferred;
• Skill in using standard Microsoft office applications; 
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with college administrators, faculty, staff, students, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work requires no unusual demand for physical effort.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms; e.g., use of safe workplace practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.

Hudson County Community College has the right to revise this position description at any time. 

This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

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HCCC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
We value and appreciate all employees and acknowledge the importance of a comprehensive benefit program. Below is a brief glance of HCCC benefits, perks, and discounts offered to employees. For more detailed information about employee benefits please visit: https://www.hccc.edu/administration/hr/benefits-pensions.html

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

HCCC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment. Decisions on employment are made on the basis of the qualifications of an individual for the particular position being filled. Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply.