Assistant Controller (M200)

Job Number: 02470

Reference Number
2026-6 AF Assistant Controller

Position Summary & Description

Nestled in the scenic foothills of western Pennsylvania, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) offers more than a place to work-it offers a vibrant campus community where innovation, collaboration, and natural beauty come together. Our picturesque campus features tree-lined walkways, historic architecture, and welcoming green spaces that create an inspiring environment for learning, working, and connecting.

At IUP, employees are part of a supportive and engaged community dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Located in the charming college town of Indiana, Pennsylvania-just over an hour from Pittsburgh-our campus combines small-town warmth with access to the cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities of a major metropolitan area.

Whether enjoying a walk across the Oak Grove, collaborating with colleagues in dynamic academic spaces, or engaging in the many cultural and community events hosted throughout the year, IUP offers an exceptional place to build a career and make a difference.
Supervise accounting professionals. Manage balance sheet account reconciliations and approve journal entries posted in SAP. Oversee drawing and reconciliation of federal funds for direct loans, Pell, work study. Oversee the reconciliation of state (PHEAA) funds to university records. Ensure internal controls are in place. Assist with coordination of the annual Single and Financial Audits. Ensure compliance with Commonwealth and Federal laws and regulations. Use prior experience and expertise mentor and advise staff on technical accounting matters.

Essential Duties

• Review and approve balance account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Maintain status of general ledger account reconciliations.
• Ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Manage requests for information from the University's independent public accountant.
• Assist the Controller with preparing the annual financial statements.
• Collaborate with internal staff and external partners to resolve issues and reduce the level of effort to process transactions.
• Monitor and oversee the drawing and reconciliation of federal and state financial aid funds. Track and reconcile FWS drawdowns.
• Oversee the submissions of the 990-T, 1042, and 1099 forms.
• Other assigned duties.

Position Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting

Specialized Training, Program, Licenses or Certificates:

• Certified Public Accountant. Preferred

Previous Work Experience:

• Two years of recent (within 5 years) public accounting experience in the assurance line of business
• Fund accounting experience in a governmental or not-for-profit entity preferred

Special Instructions to Applicants

• A complete application will consist of a cover letter, resume, names, and email addresses of three references submitted in this online application system at Employment at IUP.
• Automated reference requests will be generated when the application is submitted by the applicant.
• You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted.
• Official transcripts will be required prior to start date
• Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon confirmation of work eligibility and completion of a satisfactory background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, Act 34, Pennsylvania Criminal Record Clearance; Act 151, Child Abuse Clearance; and Act 114, Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Checks.

IUP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants and employees with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process or to perform the essential functions of a position.

Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, consistent with the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact [email protected] .