Financial Controller

compliance, and operational excellence across accounting, student accounts, and internal control functions.

Specific responsibilities:

• Establishes and monitors the internal control framework; documents key processes and performs internal audits
• Prepares and maintains timely, accurate financial reports (annual, quarterly, monthly, compliance, and expenditure reports)
• Ensures compliance with GAAP and oversees implementation of GASB pronouncements
• Coordinates audits, including preparation of documentation for government, Board, and external auditors; manages audit resolution and maintains audit trails
• Develops cash flow projections and optimizes investment strategies
• Reviews capital lease documents and prepares financial lease calculations
• Reviews outstanding purchase orders to manage surplus/deficit impact
• Researches and interprets Federal, State, and Board policies; stays current on higher education regulatory changes
• Reports on internal audit findings, recommends corrective actions, and provides staff training on internal control standards
• Analyzes financial data for anomalies and non-compliance; conducts follow-up reviews to ensure effective controls
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervision Exercised Over:

• Accounting Manager
• Director of Student Account Services

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Licensed CPA
• Audit or forensic accounting experience
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in Higher Education or a complex non-profit organization
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines
• Knowledge of federal compliance requirements
• Knowledge of higher education finance and accounting practices
• Knowledge of computers and high efficiency in job-related software programs (Banner, Workday, Excel, financial reporting tools)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Maintains accurate work under pressure in a demanding environment
• Communicates regularly on strategic matters and significant issues
• Demonstrates mission alignment with a student-first professional mindset

The College may consider any equivalent amount of credentials, licensures, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Benefits package:

The College offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance; retirement plan; paid time-off and tuition waiver.

Application instructions:

Applications received by November 13, 2026, will be given full consideration. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled. Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.

St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine, and Liberal Arts College, provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.

At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth, and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, inclusive, and spiritually engaged community (https://snc.edu/mission).

Working at St. Norbert College

Our History. Your Future.

As one of the nation’s top Catholic liberal arts colleges, St. Norbert enjoys a proud history and a foundation rooted in tradition. When Norbert of Xanten founded the Norbertine order of priests in the 12th century, he could little have imagined the impact his life and mission would have on the world nearly nine centuries later. Today, at St. Norbert College, the spirit of Norbert lives through this modern, bustling riverfront community dedicated to transforming and empowering a new generation of world-changers.

Our Motto

Docere Verbo et Exemplo– To Teach by Word and Example

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More facts at a glance

One of the Best Colleges in the Midwest

St. Norbert was named one of the "The Best in the Midwest” by the Princeton Review for 2023. The goal of the Princeton Review is to identify standout colleges and universities within each region of the country.

A Reputation for Building Character

St. Norbert was named to the John Templeton Foundation Honor Roll for Character-Building Colleges as a college with exemplary programs that inspire students to lead ethical and civic-minded lives.

A Leading Catholic Liberal Arts College

Since 1991, U.S. News & World Report has ranked St. Norbert College among the top comprehensive colleges in the Midwest, then among the top liberal arts colleges in the nation. In their 2024 guide to “America’s Best Colleges,” the College is proud to have risen to the 90th spot in the national liberal arts college rankings — our highest ranking ever — and has secured a spot among the Top 100 Best Value Schools.

Great Teaching, Successful Outcomes

For 2023-2024, St. Norbert College was named a College of Distinction in multiple categories. These recognitions include Catholic colleges, Wisconsin colleges, Business - Education and Career Development.

Exemplary Community Engagement

St. Norbert College was selected for its exemplary practices of community engagement by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Four-Year Graduation Guarantee

Over 10 years, St. Norbert has graduated a higher percentage of students on time than any other college or university in Wisconsin. That helps students keep debt down and enter the workplace or grad school faster. Our four-year graduation guarantee is simple: If you don’t graduate in four years, through no fault of your own, we’ll pick up the tab for the remaining courses needed to complete your degree.

Support for Underserved Students

St. Norbert College was recognized by the Center for Student Opportunity’s College Access & Opportunity Guide for its commitment to serving and supporting students from first-generation, underserved backgrounds.

Fully Accredited Since 1934

St. Norbert College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools (HLC). Accreditation is a peer-review process intended to ensure that institutions of higher education meet acceptable standards of quality.