Executive Financial Controller

Executive Financial Controller Department: Finance / Financial Aid/Bursar Reports To: Campus Executive Director / CEO FLSA Status: Exempt Position Summary The Financial Controller is responsible for the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical functions of the institution. This position leads the financial forecasting process for Title IV Financial Aid, disbursements, institutional cash flow, and departmental budgets while providing leadership with accurate financial projections to support strategic decision-making. The Financial Controller works closely with the Financial Aid, Admissions, Education, Student Services, and Business Office teams to ensure financial resources are effectively managed and aligned with institutional goals. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Forecasting Develop annual operating budgets and financial forecasts. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial projections. Forecast institutional cash flow based on enrollment trends. Develop scenario planning models for various enrollment outcomes. Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast. Financial Aid & Disbursement Forecasting Develop weekly and monthly Title IV funding projections. Forecast Pell Grant, Direct Loan, TAP, VA, and other funding sources. Project upcoming disbursements and expected cash receipts. Monitor disbursement schedules and identify funding risks. Analyze packaging completion rates and their impact on cash flow. Create dashboards showing projected versus actual financial aid disbursements. Work closely with the Financial Aid department to ensure accurate forecasting. Budget Management Lead the annual budgeting process. Monitor departmental spending against approved budgets. Analyze budget variances and recommend corrective actions. Prepare executive budget reports for leadership. Forecast payroll and operational expenses. Financial Analysis Build financial models for enrollment growth and revenue projections. Analyze tuition revenue trends. Develop KPI dashboards for executive leadership. Monitor profitability by program. Prepare financial reports for strategic planning. Leadership Reporting Prepare executive reports including: Budget vs. Actual Cash Flow Forecast Financial Aid Projection Report Disbursement Forecast Enrollment Revenue Forecast Tuition Collection Forecast Department Expense Report Monthly Executive Financial Dashboard Compliance Ensure compliance with Title IV financial reporting requirements. Maintain accurate financial records. Assist with audits and regulatory reviews. Support institutional financial planning initiatives. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required. MBA or CPA preferred. Experience 5+ years of financial management or controller experience. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling. Higher education experience preferred. Experience with Title IV Financial Aid, Pell Grants, and federal funding is highly desirable. Technical Skills Advanced Microsoft Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables, Financial Modeling). Financial reporting and dashboard development. Budget planning and forecasting. Data analysis and business intelligence tools. Experience with ERP/SIS systems (Orbund or similar preferred). Core Competencies Strategic Financial Planning Budget Development Financial Forecasting Cash Flow Management Financial Aid Analysis Executive Reporting Analytical Thinking Leadership Process Improvement Project Management Attention to Detail Excellent Communication Skills Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Forecast accuracy (Budget vs. Actual) Financial Aid projection accuracy Disbursement forecast accuracy Monthly cash flow accuracy Budget variance management Departmental budget compliance Executive report timeliness Revenue forecasting accuracy Financial dashboard completion Audit readiness and compliance Success Measures Within the first 90 days, the Financial Controller will: Develop a comprehensive institutional budget. Implement rolling 12-month financial forecasts. Create Financial Aid and disbursement projection models. Build executive dashboards for leadership. Establish monthly financial reporting packages. Improve forecast accuracy and provide actionable financial insights that support institutional growth and operational excellence.

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