Controller
Purpose
Napa Valley College is seeking a Controller with demonstrated administrative skills
to join the Business and Finance Office in providing high quality programs and services
to our district, our community, and most importantly, our students.
Analyzes financial information for the purpose of identifying potential budget variances,
compiling statistical information, developing procedures, and conforming to established
financial practices and regulatory requirements.
Assists auditors for the purpose of providing requested supporting documentation,
information on internal processes, and/or coordinating activities in support of the
audit process.
Collaborates with other administrative personnel and/or outside agencies (e.g. district
personnel, other district personnel, community organizations, auditors, etc.) for
the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs in accordance
with established financial policies, practices, laws and/or regulatory guidelines.
Compiles statistical and financial data for the purpose of providing third-party reporting;
developing budget recommendations; providing financial summaries to other personnel,
and/or ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
Coordinates a wide variety of accounting projects (e.g. database development, annual
budgets, grant reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing required guidance and support.
Develops reporting processes, procedures and internal controls (e.g. fixed asset policy
development, state regulations and requirements, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining
the efficient flow of financial processes.
Develops budgets and financial forecasts for the purpose of providing financial guidance
and recommendations to other administrative personnel and/or Board Members.
Implements accounting procedures for the purpose of providing internal financial controls
throughout the organization and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices
and all applicable regulatory requirements.
Monitors expenditures against budget and/or a wide variety of account information
for the purpose of ensuring the accuracy of reported information, availability of
funds, and compliance with established financial guidelines and program policies,
practices and regulatory requirements.
Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose
of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g. recruitment, hiring, training, supervising,
evaluating, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing the
productivity of personnel and/or all financial operations.
Prepares a wide variety of finance-related documents (e.g. reports, operating recommendations,
policies, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference,
and/or conveying information.
Presents a wide variety of financial and reported information (e.g. budget overviews,
accounting processes, distribution formulas, etc.) for the purpose of communicating
information, gaining feedback and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.
Provides technical expertise and direction to staff and administration regarding accounting
issues and related financial activities for the purpose of conveying pertinent information
regarding the organizations financial operations and ensuring compliance with established
policies, practices and regulatory requirements.
Recommends policies, procedures and/or actions on issues that relate to financial
operations for the purpose of providing direction and/or making decisions for the
district.
Reconciles fiscal information and account balances for the purpose of verifying accuracy
of information, maintaining accurate balances and complying with accounting practices.
Researches a wide variety of financial and administrative topics for the purpose of
providing information and/or recommendations that impact the organization's operations.
Responds to inquiries from a wide variety of internal and external sources (e.g. staff,
insurance companies, government agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information,
direction and/or appropriate referrals.