Northern Nevada International Center · 13 hours ago
Controller, Foundation
Greater Reno Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university, and they are seeking a Controller for the Foundation. This role provides strategic leadership and oversight of the financial operations of the Foundation, ensuring compliance with regulations and the accuracy of financial reporting.
International Affairs
Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and oversight of the financial operations of the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation, including the management of cash and investments exceeding $300 million
Responsible for comprehensive financial, endowment, and investment reporting for the Foundation and its related 501(c)(3) entities
Plays a critical role in ensuring the Foundation fulfills its fiduciary responsibilities to donors, the Board of Trustees, the University of Nevada, Reno, and the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE)
Ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, including GASB, IRS, NRS, and UPMIFA requirements, as well as Foundation, University, and NSHE policies and standard accounting practices
Ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting across approximately 3,800 fund accounts, including more than 1,100 endowment funds
Supervises a team of professional and classified accounting and finance staff
Researches, analyzes, and interprets complex accounting, banking, investment, and legal issues—both domestic and international—to ensure compliance and appropriate financial disclosure
Applying guidance from the University Administrative Manual, the NSHE Board of Regents Handbook, Foundation policies, IRS laws and regulations, and relevant U.S., state, and international legal, tax, banking, and investment standards
Maintaining strong financial stewardship, transparency, and compliance in support of the Foundation’s mission and long-term sustainability
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree and three (3) years of related professional work experience OR Doctorate Degree and one (1) year of related professional work experience
Experience should include progressively responsible financial management experience
Experience preparing financial statements
Experience managing financial audits
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Experience in non-profit or government accounting
Benefits
Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance – Faculty Benefits
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Company
Northern Nevada International Center
Leading Nevada's Global Engagement
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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