Northern Virginia Community College
Associate Controller
🇺🇸 Fairfax, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $135K
💻 Finance
🗓️ September 17th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Northern Virginia Community College is hiring an Associate Controller. This role supports the Controller's Office by managing financial operations including accurate and timely reporting, payroll processing, accounts payable, and student accounting, while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The Associate Controller also develops accounting policies, internal controls, and financial reports to support leadership and external partners.
Highlights
- Support the Controller with accounting policies, internal controls, and financial system implementation
- Manage daily priorities to maintain smooth operations of the Controller's Office.
- Develop financial reports, dashboards, and training resources for college staff and leadership.
- Enhance financial operation efficiency through new processes and systems.
- Provide accurate financial information to college administrators, boards, and external partners.
- Assist with internal and external audits and implement corrective actions to resolve findings.
- Ensure all accounting records comply with Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures, VCCS policies, Federal Student Aid Handbook, and related regulations.
- Required knowledge of integrated financial systems, accounting principles, and advanced data analysis skills.
- Experience managing complex financial operations in higher education or government, including ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, NetSuite, or Oracle.
- Compensation up to $135,000/year depending on experience.
Associate Controller Full Description
Associate Controller
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Working Title | Associate Controller
Role Title | Financial Services Manager I
Role Code | 19034-FP
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 05
Position Number | 28000123
Agency | Northern VA Community College
Division | NV280-VP Finance
Work Location | Fairfax (City) - 600
Hiring Range | Commensurate With Experience (Up to $135,000/yr max)
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | M-F; 8:30am-5:00pm
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description | General Description:
The Office of the Controller is responsible for ensuring the college’s financial integrity. As the Associate Controller, the incumbent will achieve this by supporting the goals of the Controller’s Office and providing excellent accounting and financial services to all students, staff, and internal and external customers. This position will be responsible in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, processing payroll, accounts payable, and student accounting, and maintaining financial records in compliance with all state and federal regulations.
Duties and Tasks:Supporting the Controller in designing and implementing accounting policies, internal controls, and financial systems. Efficiently manage time and resources to handle daily priorities and ensure the smooth operation of the Controller’s Office. Developing financial reports, management dashboards, and training materials for college staff and leadership. Implementing new processes and systems to increase the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations. Providing timely and accurate financial information to college administrators, boards, and external partners. Assisting with internal and external audits and implementing corrective action plans to resolve findings and prevent reoccurrence. Ensure that all operational accounting records of the College are recorded and maintained in within Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) guidelines, Virginia Community College System (VCCS) policies and procedures, the Federal Student Aid Handbook, the Blue Book, and any other applicable State or Federal law or regulation. Make regular requests from employees for updates and input on college decisions and share feedback with supervisors for inclusion in the NOVA Brief.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | KSAs: Knowledge of integrated financial systems and related automated systems applications Strong knowledge of accounting principles Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, with the professionalism and business acumen to work effectively with both internal and external partners. Ability to prioritize work in a multi-task environment and work independently as well as to work as part of a team Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets and data analysis. The ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, and implement decisions efficiently while working under pressure and meeting deadlines. A proven ability to be a team player with a “Customer-First” attitude and the capacity to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels. Ability to interpret policies and regulations and apply appropriately to transactional data.
Minimum Work Experience:Experience in a managerial level position with supervisory responsibility for a complex financial operation. Experience in higher education or government with financial aid programs. Experience in ARMICS, or other internal control frameworks. Experience with large-scale ERP systems like PeopleSoft or NetSuite or Oracle, specifically with the general ledger, and other accounting related modules. Experience in financial management. Experience in resolving audit findings and implementing corrective action plans, developing, implementing and maintaining internal controls to effectively safeguard and manage finance resources. Experience in overseeing and managing all accounting operations, including payroll, accounts payable, grants and financial aid. Experience in preparing financial and management reports including forecasting.
Additional Considerations | Experience as a project lead or director on complex projects, particularly with ERP implementations like Oracle/PeopleSoft. Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | This position will be required to travel to NOVA Campuses once or twice a month for college-wide events like Convocation, and occasionally for Direct Report meetings, or DCO meetings as backup.
Role Title | Financial Services Manager I
Role Code | 19034-FP
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 05
Position Number | 28000123
Agency | Northern VA Community College
Division | NV280-VP Finance
Work Location | Fairfax (City) - 600
Hiring Range | Commensurate With Experience (Up to $135,000/yr max)
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | M-F; 8:30am-5:00pm
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description | General Description:
The Office of the Controller is responsible for ensuring the college’s financial integrity. As the Associate Controller, the incumbent will achieve this by supporting the goals of the Controller’s Office and providing excellent accounting and financial services to all students, staff, and internal and external customers. This position will be responsible in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, processing payroll, accounts payable, and student accounting, and maintaining financial records in compliance with all state and federal regulations.
Duties and Tasks:Supporting the Controller in designing and implementing accounting policies, internal controls, and financial systems. Efficiently manage time and resources to handle daily priorities and ensure the smooth operation of the Controller’s Office. Developing financial reports, management dashboards, and training materials for college staff and leadership. Implementing new processes and systems to increase the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations. Providing timely and accurate financial information to college administrators, boards, and external partners. Assisting with internal and external audits and implementing corrective action plans to resolve findings and prevent reoccurrence. Ensure that all operational accounting records of the College are recorded and maintained in within Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) guidelines, Virginia Community College System (VCCS) policies and procedures, the Federal Student Aid Handbook, the Blue Book, and any other applicable State or Federal law or regulation. Make regular requests from employees for updates and input on college decisions and share feedback with supervisors for inclusion in the NOVA Brief.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | KSAs: Knowledge of integrated financial systems and related automated systems applications Strong knowledge of accounting principles Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, with the professionalism and business acumen to work effectively with both internal and external partners. Ability to prioritize work in a multi-task environment and work independently as well as to work as part of a team Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets and data analysis. The ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, and implement decisions efficiently while working under pressure and meeting deadlines. A proven ability to be a team player with a “Customer-First” attitude and the capacity to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels. Ability to interpret policies and regulations and apply appropriately to transactional data.
Minimum Work Experience:Experience in a managerial level position with supervisory responsibility for a complex financial operation. Experience in higher education or government with financial aid programs. Experience in ARMICS, or other internal control frameworks. Experience with large-scale ERP systems like PeopleSoft or NetSuite or Oracle, specifically with the general ledger, and other accounting related modules. Experience in financial management. Experience in resolving audit findings and implementing corrective action plans, developing, implementing and maintaining internal controls to effectively safeguard and manage finance resources. Experience in overseeing and managing all accounting operations, including payroll, accounts payable, grants and financial aid. Experience in preparing financial and management reports including forecasting.
Additional Considerations | Experience as a project lead or director on complex projects, particularly with ERP implementations like Oracle/PeopleSoft. Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | This position will be required to travel to NOVA Campuses once or twice a month for college-wide events like Convocation, and occasionally for Direct Report meetings, or DCO meetings as backup.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_4023P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 09/16/2025
Job Close Date | 09/30/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information | Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88887
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 09/16/2025
Job Close Date | 09/30/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information | Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88887
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
- Yes
- No
- * I understand that this position is not telework eligible and I will be required to attend work in-person.
- Yes
- No
- * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.
- Yes
- No
- * DO you have experience in a managerial level position with supervisory responsibility for a complex financial operation?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in higher education or government with financial aid programs.?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in ARMICS, or other internal control frameworks ?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with large-scale ERP systems like PeopleSoft or NetSuite or Oracle, specifically with the general ledger, and other accounting related module ?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in financial management ?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in resolving audit findings and implementing corrective action plans, developing, implementing and maintaining internal controls to effectively safeguard and manage finance resources ?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in overseeing and managing all accounting operations, including payroll, accounts payable, grants and financial aid ?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in preparing financial and management reports including forecasting ?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Other Document
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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