Posting Details

This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).

Posting Details

Hiring Range
$85,000 - $105,000

Working Title
Financial Reporting Manager

External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40588

Vacancy Number
E1599

Position Number
7249

Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus

Home Department
Controller - 35100

Division
Business Affairs - 35 Division

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Financial Reporting Manager manages the accounting operations of the financial reporting unit. This position works with the Associate Controller to ensure the accuracy, compliance, and strategic utility of financial data. Key responsibilities include the preparation of the University's financial statements and annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR), overseeing the month-end/year-end closing processes related to financial reporting (especially moving from cash to accrual basis), and ensuring GASB compliance. The position manages two staff who are responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS), Capital Improvements (CIs), and Fixed Asset data recorded in Banner Finance ledgers, Banner Fixed Asset module, and web based systems and interfaces. In addition, this position manages the DC Virgo Lab School financials, ensures compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies; provides ad hoc financial reporting to campus, management, and outside agencies throughout the year; delivers specialized campus training; and offers a high level of customer service.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Four-year degree in accounting, finance, business management or other discipline related to area of work with a minimum of 12 credit hours of accounting course work and 7 years professional accounting experience, or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Experience working in a university environment; experience with governmental fund accounting and governmental accounting standards; supervisory experience; experience working with ERP systems; Banner Finance experience. CPA, MBA, masters degree in accounting, or equivalent masters degree preferred.

Required Certifications or Licensures

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of Controller (department) includes general accounting, payroll, accounts payable, travel and direct pay, non-student billing, tax compliance, financial reporting, fixed assets, and capital reporting. The department provides financial, accounting, tax, and management reporting support services to the University. The department is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, supervising and administering all accounting functions related to the operation of UNCW and the integration of the budget and procurement system into the official financial records of the University and for the consolidation and maintenance of university financial records to provide accurate and complete financial data to university management, State and federal agencies.

College/School Information

Number of Openings
Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Months Per Year
12 Months

FTE
1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Type of Position
Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date
08/20/2026

Posting Close Date
09/20/2026