Verified Job
Accounting - Finance
Associate Controller
Accounting - Finance
#614787
Remote / WFH
Job Description
Full job description
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via
MyApps.Microsoft.com
, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
08/06/2026
Type of Position:
Accounting
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the
Disability Accommodations OEOC University of Arkansas (uark.edu)
: Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Department:
Controllers Office
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Associate Controller will assist in the preparation of all financial reports for the University, including the Annual Financial Report, Quarterly Reports to the System Office, and State's ACRF. The Associate Controller researches and resolves issues related to financial transactions and financial reporting for all departments and monitors asset and liability accounts to ensure balances are being maintained and reconciled. This position will provide excellent customer service to campus users, including support and training in using the appropriate FDM (Foundational Data Model/Chart of accounts) values and directly supervises 2-4 staff members. The position also supervises the property accounting manager that oversees the moveable asset life cycle (tagging, inventory, transfers, and final disposal).
In the absence of the Controller, the Associate Controller may assume a temporary role of duties in this position.
This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent education, i.e. at least 27 credit hours in upper-level accounting courses
At least five (5) years of progressive experience in accounting, financial management, or a related field
At least one year or more experience using ad hoc reporting tools to create custom reports and intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA or CPA eligible
Higher Education experience
At least one year or more in processing accounting and finance transactions in WorkDay
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, particularly as they relate to sound financial management in higher education
Skilled in interacting with a variety of people
Ability to analyze and reconcile complex financial information in a data rich multi-dimensional accounting environment
Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications
Ability and desire to work in a collaborative environment and be innovative and creative in the development of accounting procedures
Ability to participate in and lead a workgroup
Ability to organize, prioritize, track, and complete assigned tasks
Ability to stay current on changes in accounting for higher education
Demonstrable abilities in using Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
Ability to test and implement software changes
Ability to work diplomatically with faculty and administration to promote teamwork, productivity, and administrative excellence
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, *** Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a *** offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, ****** orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via
MyApps.Microsoft.com
, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
08/06/2026
Type of Position:
Accounting
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the
Disability Accommodations OEOC University of Arkansas (uark.edu)
: Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Department:
Controllers Office
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Associate Controller will assist in the preparation of all financial reports for the University, including the Annual Financial Report, Quarterly Reports to the System Office, and State's ACRF. The Associate Controller researches and resolves issues related to financial transactions and financial reporting for all departments and monitors asset and liability accounts to ensure balances are being maintained and reconciled. This position will provide excellent customer service to campus users, including support and training in using the appropriate FDM (Foundational Data Model/Chart of accounts) values and directly supervises 2-4 staff members. The position also supervises the property accounting manager that oversees the moveable asset life cycle (tagging, inventory, transfers, and final disposal).
In the absence of the Controller, the Associate Controller may assume a temporary role of duties in this position.
This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent education, i.e. at least 27 credit hours in upper-level accounting courses
At least five (5) years of progressive experience in accounting, financial management, or a related field
At least one year or more experience using ad hoc reporting tools to create custom reports and intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA or CPA eligible
Higher Education experience
At least one year or more in processing accounting and finance transactions in WorkDay
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, particularly as they relate to sound financial management in higher education
Skilled in interacting with a variety of people
Ability to analyze and reconcile complex financial information in a data rich multi-dimensional accounting environment
Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications
Ability and desire to work in a collaborative environment and be innovative and creative in the development of accounting procedures
Ability to participate in and lead a workgroup
Ability to organize, prioritize, track, and complete assigned tasks
Ability to stay current on changes in accounting for higher education
Demonstrable abilities in using Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
Ability to test and implement software changes
Ability to work diplomatically with faculty and administration to promote teamwork, productivity, and administrative excellence
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, *** Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a *** offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, ****** orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
