North Carolina Central University
Associate Controller
🇺🇸 Durham, NC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Finance
🗓️ October 23rd, 2025
GAAP
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North Carolina Central University is hiring an Associate Controller to manage a high-performing accounting team responsible for financial reporting, tax compliance, cash management, and endowment/gift accounting activities. The role ensures compliance with GAAP, GASB, IRS, UNC System, and state policies while supporting the university's fiscal integrity and participating in audits, internal controls, and policy reviews.
Highlights
- Supervise month-end and fiscal year-end close processes.
- Assist with annual audits and maintain audit documentation.
- Prepare annual financial statements and reports.
- Manage the university's general ledger and improve business processes.
- Develop and assess the University's internal control structure and recommend corrective actions.
- Serve as representative of the Finance Office when senior leadership is unavailable.
- Hire, develop, and retain accounting team members fostering strong communication.
- Required CPA certification and 7 to 10 years of progressive accounting or financial auditing experience; master’s degree preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with integrated accounting software, preferably Banner.
- Experience in higher education or government financial settings and knowledge of North Carolina State business and audit practices preferred.
Associate Controller Full Description
Associate Controller
Posting Details
Position Information
Position/Classification Title | Associate Comptroller
Working Title | Associate Controller
Position Number | 617201
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track | No
FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date |
Department Hiring Range |
EEO-1 Category | Professionals
SOC Code | 13-2011 - Accountants and Auditors
Working Title | Associate Controller
Position Number | 617201
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track | No
FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date |
Department Hiring Range |
EEO-1 Category | Professionals
SOC Code | 13-2011 - Accountants and Auditors
Position Overview
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! | Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The Controller’s Office provides centralized support and oversight for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business process management, financial reporting, payroll, travel and other business payments and reimbursements ensuring compliance with UNC System, NC State, and federal regulations and policies in addition to GAAP.
Primary Purpose of Position | The Associate Controller position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance/Controller and is responsible for managing a high-performance accounting team accountable for financial reporting, tax compliance, debt service, fixed assets, cash management, and endowment/gift accounting activities in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, GASB, IRS, University of North Carolina System, and NC State policies, procedures and regulations.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | · CPA Certification required· Strong work ethic· Strong analytical skills· Supervisory experience· Advanced Excel experience· Business Process Improvement experience· Excellent written and verbal communication skills· Experience in a complex financial setting, preferably in a higher education and/or government entity· Experience with an integrated accounting software, preferably Banner· Knowledge of North Carolina State business and audit practices preferred
Minimum Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in a related field with 7 to 10 years of progressive full-time experience in accounting and/or financial auditing. CPA certification required.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | CPA Certification required
Equal Opportunity Employer | Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The Controller’s Office provides centralized support and oversight for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business process management, financial reporting, payroll, travel and other business payments and reimbursements ensuring compliance with UNC System, NC State, and federal regulations and policies in addition to GAAP.
Primary Purpose of Position | The Associate Controller position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance/Controller and is responsible for managing a high-performance accounting team accountable for financial reporting, tax compliance, debt service, fixed assets, cash management, and endowment/gift accounting activities in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, GASB, IRS, University of North Carolina System, and NC State policies, procedures and regulations.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | · CPA Certification required· Strong work ethic· Strong analytical skills· Supervisory experience· Advanced Excel experience· Business Process Improvement experience· Excellent written and verbal communication skills· Experience in a complex financial setting, preferably in a higher education and/or government entity· Experience with an integrated accounting software, preferably Banner· Knowledge of North Carolina State business and audit practices preferred
Minimum Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in a related field with 7 to 10 years of progressive full-time experience in accounting and/or financial auditing. CPA certification required.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | CPA Certification required
Equal Opportunity Employer | Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function | Financial Management
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Supervises and coordinates month end and fiscal year end close of university’s accounting system. Assists the AVCF/Controller with the annual audit and maintains a central repository of working papers documenting the various reviews, corrective actions, and annual certifications in support of the audit. Prepares annual financial statements and other financial reports as needed. Designs, improves and manages the university’s general ledger component of the university’s financial software balancing the need to meet internal and external reporting demands. Applies knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, and/or regulatory compliance to evaluate and assess risk at the agency level and within key fiscal processes.Function | Business Administration
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Develops a comprehensive plan to assess, evaluate, document, and report on the University’s internal control structure. Interacts and corresponds with various administrators and departments to develop and maintain documentation of the internal control structure to include key controls. Tests effectiveness of key controls, documents results, and recommends corrective actions to address control deficiencies. Assists in the coordination and review of university policies and procedures and special projects as needed. Represents the AVCF/Controller and the Finance Office when the AVCFA/Controller in unavailable.
Function | Supervision
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Hire and retain skilled talent. Invest in the team’s growth and development, providing guidance and opportunities for learning. Build strong relationships with the team members, fostering trust and open communication.
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Supervises and coordinates month end and fiscal year end close of university’s accounting system. Assists the AVCF/Controller with the annual audit and maintains a central repository of working papers documenting the various reviews, corrective actions, and annual certifications in support of the audit. Prepares annual financial statements and other financial reports as needed. Designs, improves and manages the university’s general ledger component of the university’s financial software balancing the need to meet internal and external reporting demands. Applies knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, and/or regulatory compliance to evaluate and assess risk at the agency level and within key fiscal processes.Function | Business Administration
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Develops a comprehensive plan to assess, evaluate, document, and report on the University’s internal control structure. Interacts and corresponds with various administrators and departments to develop and maintain documentation of the internal control structure to include key controls. Tests effectiveness of key controls, documents results, and recommends corrective actions to address control deficiencies. Assists in the coordination and review of university policies and procedures and special projects as needed. Represents the AVCF/Controller and the Finance Office when the AVCFA/Controller in unavailable.
Function | Supervision
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Hire and retain skilled talent. Invest in the team’s growth and development, providing guidance and opportunities for learning. Build strong relationships with the team members, fostering trust and open communication.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | EPA03342P
Open Date | 03/24/2025
Date desired for closing or initial review |
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Date Position Available | 01/05/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Open Date | 03/24/2025
Date desired for closing or initial review |
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Date Position Available | 01/05/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
- List of References
- Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
Optional Documents
- DD-214 (Veterans Only)
- NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
North Carolina Central University
1801 Fayetteville St.
Durham, NC, 27707
Mainline: 919-530-6100
1801 Fayetteville St.
Durham, NC, 27707
Mainline: 919-530-6100
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