American Association of University Professors
Controller
American Association of University Professors, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
American Association ofUniversity Professors
Department of Finance andAdministration
Controller/Department Director- Washington, DC
The AmericanAssociation of University Professors (AAUP), a Washington, DC-basednot-for-profit association and labor union representing 40,000 academic facultyand staff in the United States, seeks an experienced Controller. The position is to be filled as soon as possible in our Washington,DC national office. Theorganization has assets of approximately $17 million, annual revenues of over$8 million, and a total staff of more than twenty.
TheController is responsible for the finance and accounting operations of theorganization, including the production of periodic financial reports, themaintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and the application ofa comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhancethe accuracy of the organization's financial statements, and ensure thatfinancial reporting complies with generally accepted accounting principles. TheController is supervised by the Executive Director and works with theSecretary-Treasurer and other elected leadership of the organization. TheController will serve as the Director of Finance and assist in the hiring andthe supervision of approximately two accounting staff and the oversight ofthird-party vendors and contractors. This position requires a commitment to racial equity,especially as it pertains to organizing, and involves working with diverseindividuals both inside and outside of the AAUP office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include oversight ofthe general ledger, revenues, and disbursements; accounting; and reconciliationof cash, investments, and fixed assets. Proficiency in the preparation offinancial statements and various government tax filings is also critical tothis position. The Controller will provide financial advice and counsel to theleadership of the organization, will assist with financial forecasting andplanning, and, in conjunction with the Secretary-Treasurer, will preparefinance and budget presentations for the organization's elected leadership.
Management and Supervision: •Maintain and manage a documented systemMaintain andmanage a documented system of accounting policies and procedures to safeguardassets and ensure accurate and timely financial reports.Oversee theday-to-day accounting operations for the recording and reconciliation ofper-capita and other revenues, accounts payable and receivables, cashdisbursements, payroll, fixed assets, cash and investments, inventory,liabilities, and other transactions.Supervise, train, coach, and mentor accounting staff.Serve as primary contact for all financial and accounting matters with the Executive Director, executive officers of the AAUP, and AAUP investment and audit committees.• Reporting and Compliance: •
Coordinate the preparation of the AAUP's monthly financial statements and reports in a timely manner.Review and present quarterly financial reports to the officers and the AAUP's executive body (the Council).Prepare, review, and present annual organization budget and forecasts.Calculate variances from the budget and review significant issues with the Executive Director and officers.Provide financial analysis as needed.Interface with an outside audit firm, banks, lessors, insurance agents, and other vendors.Prepare and assist the external auditors in the preparation of various local, state, and federal government tax filings, including the DOL Form LM-2 and IRS Form 990.Maintain records and coordinate payments relating to the staff 401(k) retirement plan.Maintain accounting records for other related funds.Oversee general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll; research and resolve AP-related discrepancies and issues; and process monthly close.Review bank reconciliations for all cash accounts.Review and approve journal entries.Ensure all vendor invoices have appropriate documentation and approval.Approve employee and officer expense reimbursements.Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.Minimum of ten years of related experience, preferably with a labor organization, or other not-for-profit experience.Commitment to racial equity required. Demonstrated experience with racial equity or DEI initiatives preferred.Strong communication, organizational, supervisory, and financial skills.Strong familiarity with finance and accounting software.Self-starter with excellent time-management and organizational skills.Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with union or membership organization budgets and finances.Familiarity with Department of Labor, Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act.
Compensation
The expected salary range is $150,000-$175,000, commensurate withqualifications and work experience. The AAUP offers a generous benefits packagethat includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid sick days; paidvacation days; and 401(k).
Position Classification
This regular full-time Senior Program Officer positionis categorized as a management/supervisory position and is excluded from thestaff bargaining unit. This is an exempt position and is not eligible forovertime pay.
Work Location
This position is based in the DC office with anoption for part-time telework.
To Apply
Candidates must submit a cover letter and a rsum with three references . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with prioritygiven to those who apply by November 6, 2024. Questions, inquiries, andnominations should be directed to jobs@aaup.org. Nophone calls, please.
The AAUP is anequal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex,disability, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, genderidentity or expression, sexual orientation, personal appearance, familyresponsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, homelessness,or other characteristics unrelated to professional performance. (EEOKnow Your Rights| Family Medical Leave Act | Employee Polygraph Protection Act).
Womenand minorities are encouraged to
apply
.
American Association of University Professors is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled
Department of Finance andAdministration
Controller/Department Director- Washington, DC
The AmericanAssociation of University Professors (AAUP), a Washington, DC-basednot-for-profit association and labor union representing 40,000 academic facultyand staff in the United States, seeks an experienced Controller. The position is to be filled as soon as possible in our Washington,DC national office. Theorganization has assets of approximately $17 million, annual revenues of over$8 million, and a total staff of more than twenty.
TheController is responsible for the finance and accounting operations of theorganization, including the production of periodic financial reports, themaintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and the application ofa comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhancethe accuracy of the organization's financial statements, and ensure thatfinancial reporting complies with generally accepted accounting principles. TheController is supervised by the Executive Director and works with theSecretary-Treasurer and other elected leadership of the organization. TheController will serve as the Director of Finance and assist in the hiring andthe supervision of approximately two accounting staff and the oversight ofthird-party vendors and contractors. This position requires a commitment to racial equity,especially as it pertains to organizing, and involves working with diverseindividuals both inside and outside of the AAUP office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include oversight ofthe general ledger, revenues, and disbursements; accounting; and reconciliationof cash, investments, and fixed assets. Proficiency in the preparation offinancial statements and various government tax filings is also critical tothis position. The Controller will provide financial advice and counsel to theleadership of the organization, will assist with financial forecasting andplanning, and, in conjunction with the Secretary-Treasurer, will preparefinance and budget presentations for the organization's elected leadership.
Management and Supervision: •Maintain and manage a documented systemMaintain andmanage a documented system of accounting policies and procedures to safeguardassets and ensure accurate and timely financial reports.Oversee theday-to-day accounting operations for the recording and reconciliation ofper-capita and other revenues, accounts payable and receivables, cashdisbursements, payroll, fixed assets, cash and investments, inventory,liabilities, and other transactions.Supervise, train, coach, and mentor accounting staff.Serve as primary contact for all financial and accounting matters with the Executive Director, executive officers of the AAUP, and AAUP investment and audit committees.• Reporting and Compliance: •
Coordinate the preparation of the AAUP's monthly financial statements and reports in a timely manner.Review and present quarterly financial reports to the officers and the AAUP's executive body (the Council).Prepare, review, and present annual organization budget and forecasts.Calculate variances from the budget and review significant issues with the Executive Director and officers.Provide financial analysis as needed.Interface with an outside audit firm, banks, lessors, insurance agents, and other vendors.Prepare and assist the external auditors in the preparation of various local, state, and federal government tax filings, including the DOL Form LM-2 and IRS Form 990.Maintain records and coordinate payments relating to the staff 401(k) retirement plan.Maintain accounting records for other related funds.Oversee general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll; research and resolve AP-related discrepancies and issues; and process monthly close.Review bank reconciliations for all cash accounts.Review and approve journal entries.Ensure all vendor invoices have appropriate documentation and approval.Approve employee and officer expense reimbursements.Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.Minimum of ten years of related experience, preferably with a labor organization, or other not-for-profit experience.Commitment to racial equity required. Demonstrated experience with racial equity or DEI initiatives preferred.Strong communication, organizational, supervisory, and financial skills.Strong familiarity with finance and accounting software.Self-starter with excellent time-management and organizational skills.Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with union or membership organization budgets and finances.Familiarity with Department of Labor, Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act.
Compensation
The expected salary range is $150,000-$175,000, commensurate withqualifications and work experience. The AAUP offers a generous benefits packagethat includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid sick days; paidvacation days; and 401(k).
Position Classification
This regular full-time Senior Program Officer positionis categorized as a management/supervisory position and is excluded from thestaff bargaining unit. This is an exempt position and is not eligible forovertime pay.
Work Location
This position is based in the DC office with anoption for part-time telework.
To Apply
Candidates must submit a cover letter and a rsum with three references . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with prioritygiven to those who apply by November 6, 2024. Questions, inquiries, andnominations should be directed to jobs@aaup.org. Nophone calls, please.
The AAUP is anequal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex,disability, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, genderidentity or expression, sexual orientation, personal appearance, familyresponsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, homelessness,or other characteristics unrelated to professional performance. (EEOKnow Your Rights| Family Medical Leave Act | Employee Polygraph Protection Act).
Womenand minorities are encouraged to
apply
.
American Association of University Professors is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled