Controller – Alumni Association

Role Overview

• Direct the development of policy related to the fiscal management and financial reporting responsibilities
• Handle accounting and financial reporting for the two separate units of the Alumni Association
• Create, monitor and update an Erickson Alumni Center building maintenance plan
• Prepare all accounting and reporting on the 26 Alumni Association funds at the WVU Foundation
• Serve as the primary Association liaison to WVU Finance and the Association’s applicable business office

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business management or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in public, non-profit organization, or institutional accounting
• Working knowledge of non-profit accounting software systems
• Knowledge of independent audit procedures and required documentation
• Ability to complete and file IRS 990 tax returns
• Knowledge of key investment strategies and practices for non-profit organizations
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal tax laws and associated institutional policies and procedures
• Preferred: Licensed CPA, Holding an advanced degree

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
• 18 sick days per year
• Range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
• Wellness programs