Title: Associate Vice President and Comptroller
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Comptroller's Office
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Illinois State University is seeking applications for the position of Associate Vice President (AVP) & Comptroller to direct and manage the financial, personnel, policies, and operations of the University's administrative units which include general accounting, financial reporting, grant accounting, treasury management & reporting, student billing, cashiering, and collections, tax, capital asset management, payroll, procurement, risk management, accounts payable, and financial internal control process compliance.

The AVP & Comptroller will serve as the chief accountant of the University and ensure compliance with all applicable University, state and federal regulations and policies and provide financial stewardship, vision and innovation to implement best practices in support of the University's strategic plan; projections, capital planning, investments, bonds and other treasury issues.

The AVP & Comptroller will be expected to drive a culture of accountability, consistency, and equity. An entrepreneurial spirit is required for this position, along with a commitment to providing a high level of customer service.

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification, active or inactive license.
3. Minimum of 15 years of management-level experience in accounting, finance, and fiscal administrative support services roles.
4. Minimum of 5 years of progressive managerial experience at the director level or above in nonprofit, governmental, and/or higher education.
5. Knowledge of governmental and higher education fund accounting standards, methods, and procedures.
6. Experience with evaluation, implementation, and management of integrated financial management systems and processes, including AI based systems.
7. Demonstrated strategic thinking and long-term planning ability to develop and execute the vision for each administrative unit under supervision.
8. Demonstrated commitment to continuous process improvement principles and actions.
9. Experience in leading organizations through culture change in complex organizations of comparable size.
10. Exceptional leadership presence, including the poise to deal effectively with senior level executives, government officials, investment communities, and colleagues.
11. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
12. Unimpeachable integrity, fairness, and trustworthiness.
13. Significant experience in the coordination of internal and external audits along with accurate preparation of audit documentation.
14. Excellent analytical and presentation skills.
15. Familiarity with relevant state and federal statutes and regulations.

1. Master in Business Administration or similar graduate degree.
2. Knowledge and experience with fiscal and administrative policies and procedures governed by the State of Illinois.
3. Demonstrated ability to review and strengthen financial and accounting controls to ensure proper stewardship and protection of the University's financial resources.

July 2024

Resume, cover letter, and reference list (including the names and contact information for three professional references).

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Meghan Lugo
mmlugo1@ilstu.edu

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.