University Controller and Executive Director of Enterprise Financial Accounting

🇺🇸 Chapel Hill, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Finance 🗓️ February 16th, 2026

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a University Controller and Executive Director of Enterprise Financial Accounting. The role entails providing strategic guidance on financial reporting, accounting policies, and fiscal policies while overseeing the preparation of the University's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and managing various accounting and payroll services. The position collaborates closely with university leadership to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and service excellence.

Highlights

Lead preparation and completion of the University's financial reports including Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and financial statements.
Oversee Payroll Services, Accounting Services, Capital Accounting, and Financial Reporting related to budget execution and capital projects.
Manage the General Ledger and Chart of Accounts with focus on internal controls and accounting systems.
Report periodically on financial performance trends and provide accounting guidance and system recommendations.
Minimum 10 years senior finance experience in comparable higher education, government, or public sector roles and 5 years preparing annual financial reports for complex entities.
Knowledge of GAAP, accounting systems, federal and state tax codes, internal control principles, and financial system implementation.
Experience with public governance and oversight including working with public boards or legislative entities.
Post-baccalaureate degree required with related professional experience; equivalent bachelor's with extended experience accepted.
Preferred CPA license and strong communication and coalition-building skills.
Full-time permanent position with hiring range dependent on qualifications and experience.