Posting DetailsPosition Information
Fiscal Year Position Title Assistant Controller, U.B. Foundation
Posting Category Staff
Department U.B. Foundation
Posting Number U260075
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64075
Employer UB Foundation Activities
Appointment TermPosition TypePosting Detail Information
Position Summary This position supports accounting operations, financial reporting, financial analysis, audit preparation, budget activities, and compliance functions for UBF and its affiliated entities.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:- Perform daily accounting operations and general ledger activities, including cash management, banking, property and asset accounting, and real estate accounting and reporting.
- Participate in monthly and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
- Oversee investment accounting activities, including reconciliations, reporting audit support, and management of investment accounting software.
- Provide general guidance to accounting staff while promoting teamwork, accountability, and continuous process improvement throughout the department.
- Oversee accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities for UBF real estate operations and affiliated entities.
- Review and maintain capitalization policies, depreciation schedules, tenant lease agreements, and related accounting records.
- Prepare and review financial statements, property operating reports, rent receivable and accrual schedules, debt service coverage schedules, and other management reports.
- Assist in the preparation of annual audited financial statements, related footnotes, and reviewed financial statements.
- Support audit activities and serve as a key contact for external auditors, ensuring timely completion of audit requirements and deliverables.
- Assist with the annual budgeting process for UBF and affiliated organizations, with a particular focus on the real estate entity budgets, including budget preparation, financial modeling, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting.
- Coordinate debt-related reporting, compliance requirements, disclosures, and audited financial statement footnotes.
- Facilitate debt instrument renewals and maintain communications with consultants and external parties.
- Prepare and submit required annual reports to lenders, rating agencies, bondholders, and regulatory organizations.
- Monitor compliance with debt covenants and reporting obligations.
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- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
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Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
- Five to seven years of progressively responsible accounting and financial management experience, preferably in nonprofit, higher education, real estate, investment, or public accounting environments.
- Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, budgeting, audits, investments, and real estate accounting.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to analyze financial information and develop practical recommendations.
- Experience in preparing financial statements and disclosures for year-end audit.
Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license strongly preferred.
- Experience leading projects and collaborating across departments preferred.
- Experience with accounting and financial management systems; AccuFund experience desirable.
Physical DemandsDriving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $75,000 - $95,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Job Type Full-Time
Campus North Campus
Posting AlertsSpecial Instructions SummaryIs a background check required for this posting? Yes
Contact Information Contact's Name Lisa Adamshick
Contact's PronounsContact's Title Senior Manager, HR/Benefits
Contact's Email ladamshi@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-645-8726
Posting Dates
Posted 08/27/2026
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 10/12/2026
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