Yale University · 10 hours ago
Assistant Controller, General Accounting
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$124K/yr - $206K/yr
10+ years expYale University is committed to contributing to a better tomorrow, and they are seeking an Assistant Controller of Accounting. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles and practices, ensuring compliance and accurate financial reporting while providing leadership and strategic direction to the university's financial operations.
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Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of a financial area at the University including developing guiding principles and identifying changes
Survey the financial environment; evaluate for consistency with principles; Interface with other areas that create, disseminate and use financial information to ensure they meet the University’s policies and provide consistent information with University level reports
Manage the process for prioritization of modifications and development ensuring principles are followed consistently while meeting customer needs
Lead decision making group to consensus where accountability is shared across multiple areas
Provide recommendations on the overall strategic approach to University financial area
Develop approach to analyze current state
Identify key internal controls that rely on financial area
Identify and lead the implementation of change management efforts related to a financial area
Identify areas where training is needed, oversee development and deployment
In areas where a change is required, meet with stakeholders and manage change to a method that is consistent with principles
May Supervise staff
Qualification
Required
Comprehensive knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, and internal control concepts
Collaborative, strategic, adaptable and effective under pressure with strong leadership skills and a track record of accomplishment
Proven ability to work in partnership with a wide array of stakeholders
An ability to navigate the complexities of a large, decentralized, complex environment
Effective style with staff and very senior leaders
Strong, well-developed organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills with an attention to detail that ensures accuracy, timeliness and quality of the information provided
Excellent written and oral communications skills and a strong facility with presentation development
Well-developed computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Excel
The ability to continuously identify and drive process improvements and change throughout the organization
Proactive, curious, resourceful, strategic thinker with ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Bachelor's Degree in accounting or similar field
Ten years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of the University's administration and financial data structures and reporting tools preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or public accounting experience highly preferred
Master's degree in accounting
Company
Yale University
Yale University is a research and education institution that prioritizes its students.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.86MKey Investors
Bezos Earth FundAlfred P. Sloan FoundationHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-10-23Grant
2025-05-21Grant· $0.05M
2023-01-01Grant· $1.27M
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Chatas
Senior Vice President for Operations
Jack Callahan
Senior Vice President for Operations
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