Job Description

 

The Senior Internal Auditor and Fiduciary Advisor provides executive-level oversight and leadership for fiduciary affairs, operations, solvency, risk assessment functions, and strategic priorities and initiatives related to the financial wellbeing of the college. The incumbent serves as the chief advisor related to budgets and financial planning including, estimating income sources such as state appropriations, preparing budget projections and models and develops long-range financial solvency and strategy within a continuous improvement guiding principles framework. Deploying an assessment, impact, and outcomes-driven approach of advancing the college, the Senior Internal Auditor and Fiduciary Advisor to the President responsibilities include auditing, training, and providing recommendations to the district. This is a cabinet level position and provides leadership in reporting and compliance, accountability, identifying and assessing unforeseen or potential liabilities, and areas and opportunities that warrant or require immediate or more longer-range review, planning, or action. Specific responsibilities include reviewing institutional budgets, financial analysis; fiscal accounting; auditing financial reports; internal processes and procedures are in place, documented and followed; financial account reconciliations; and internal and external reporting duties with knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), OFM regulations, fund accounting, state, and federal reporting initiatives and policy recommendations progress appropriately through the college shared governance systems and structures of accountability. The incumbent provides weekly updates to the president, leads departmental and district-wide initiatives; analyzing and interpreting data; directs, prepares, reviews, and/or approves documents and reports; and provides budget and fiduciary affairs oversight training, and consultation.

Essential Functions

 

• Reviews and develops budgets and long-range financial plans including, estimating income sources, preparing budget projections and models, and developing a long-range financial strategy; audits the planning and implementation of capital projects and other district initiatives.
• Provides leadership in the development, establishment, implementation, and reinforcement of fiduciary and internal controls policies, procedures, and processes for programs and departments; monitors and evaluates operational, department, and service quality; may recommend, develop, and implement quality improvement assessment tools, training, and/or methods with internal and/or regulatory agencies.
• Establishes and maintains a program of budget control; prepares and administers internal fiscal controls, recordkeeping, and all financial and state reporting; directs and oversees the purchase of goods and services and the preparation of contracts.
• Reviews the annual audits of the District, Athletics, associated student government, and other college sponsored programs..
• Directs and implements risk management function, responsible for oversight of fiduciary, property, and liability assessment related matters.
• Provide insights, recommendations, and prepare reports that identify areas of improvements and advances a continuous assessment, impactful, and outcomes-driven processes, and practices.
• Integrates a Lean Six Sigma as a foundational improvement framework for the district, including identifying and providing recommendations for reducing and eliminating inefficiencies, redundancies, and working with appropriate parties to develop measurable and desired outcomes, and institutionalized solutions.
• Perform analysis of fiscal data in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform financial audits of programs and prepares reports, including findings, conclusions, and recommendations for improvement of college operations, ensures that follow-up service is provided to ensure compliance with indicated program changes.
• Review and analyze the adequacy and effectiveness of established accounting procedures and internal controls; evaluate efficiency of operations and accuracy of reports and records. 
• Review and analyze institution procedures for compliance with various internal and external regulations and policies.
• Oversee budget management and preparation for budgetary needs for areas of responsibility.
• Create college wide budget documentation training resources.
• Deliver analysis of revenue projections, budget, or expenditure forecasts.
• Explains accounting and budgeting systems, procedures, and processes to stakeholders. 
• Prepares and presents complex revenue and/or expenditure forecasts for budget or other management purposes.
• Represent the college at various state, regional, and national meetings relating to areas of responsibility. 

This is not intended to be an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. Related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
 

 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or closely related field.
• Three years of professional accounting/budgeting, auditing, or other relevant fiduciary oversight, review, or internal control experiences.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform complex accounting functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified public accountant or certified government financial manager.
• Experience with Washington State Community & Technical College system, specifically in a business office or financial-related position.
• Experience in preparing GAAP and GASB financial statements.
• Extensive computer skills and knowledge, specifically in a Windows environment with Excel, Access and Word, and experience with accounting database systems (PeopleSoft, FMS).
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate with both financial and non-financial constituents.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion: Demonstrated competency and experience working in a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, gender and racial/ethnic backgrounds and those with physical, emotional and/or learning disabilities.
• Experience creating digital content (such as Word/PDF documents and web and learning management system content as appropriate to the role) in accessible formats.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

 Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Customer Service: Knowledge of customer service skills and best practices with ability to provide general and specialized student support with professional courtesy, empathy, and interest in positive problem solving.
• Oral communication: Speak clearly and persuasively, actively listen and take the time to understand the points being made, including asking questions as appropriate and responding to questions.
• Quality: Accurate and thorough, look for ways to improve and promote quality, provide feedback to improve performance, monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner, react well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration and follow through on commitments.
• Problem solving: Ability to assess situations and think beyond the immediate issue to anticipate and fulfill future needs before they become complications.
• Technical/computer skills: High level of proficiency and accuracy in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Canvas, PeopleSoft, and other college systems; ability to be cross-trained to provide basic technical support.
• Student services: Knowledge of college processes such as admissions, enrollment, and financial aid; ability to be cross-trained to provide student services support.
• FERPA: Maintain a high level of confidentiality and follow FERPA guidelines.

 

 

Additional Information

This is full-time administrative exempt position contracted on an annual basis. The salary for this position is $90,000 annually. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual number of contract days worked in the remainder of the fiscal year. Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet the needs of the department.
 
Your paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package which is worth an additional value equivalent to about 30% of your salary. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance; life and long- term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick and personal leave; reduced tuition; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our benefits website at: https://www.wvc.edu/humanresources/benefits.html.
 
Work Schedule & Environment:

• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, but occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Work in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions and distractions.

Conditions of Employment:

• Wenatchee Valley College only employs U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens.  All new employees must show proof of identity, and eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
• All offers of employment are subject to background checks. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.   Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Finalists are required to complete the sexual misconduct disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080.
• A valid Washington state driver's license may be required.

Application and Selection Procedure:
Complete application packages must include the following:
 

• Complete Wenatchee Valley College online application.
• Upload a cover letter that specifically describes how your educational background and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.
• Upload resume.
• Complete supplemental questions.

 It is your responsibility to submit all required application materials before the deadline. Please do not send reference letters or other unsolicited materials. They will not be shared with the screening committee and cannot be returned to you. Only finalists may be asked to send additional materials.
 
Attachments from prior applications will not upload automatically to your new application. Should you have difficulties uploading your documents, please contact NeoGov Technical Support at 1-855-524-5627 for assistance.
 
Preliminary screening of complete applications will begin February 15, 2024 and continue until the position is closed. The college reserves the right to extend the closing date if deemed necessary. A limited number of applicants who meet the needs of the position and the college will be interviewed.
 
Reasonable Accommodation:
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the human resources office by calling 509-682-6440. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.
 
Equity Statement:
We value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and collaboration. Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. Due to this commitment, we encourage anyone with a relevant combination of education and experience to apply.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Wenatchee Valley College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment and student enrollment. All programs are free from discrimination and harassment against any person because of race, creed, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability, age, parental status or families with children, marital status, religion, genetic information, honorably discharged veteran or military status or any other prohibited basis per RCW 49.60.030, 040 and other federal and laws and regulations, or participation in the complaint process.
 
The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and Title IX compliance for both the Wenatchee and Omak campuses:

• To report discrimination or harassment: Title IX Coordinator, (509) 682-6716, title9@wvc.edu.
• To request disability accommodations: Student Access Manager, Wenatchi Hall 2133, (509) 682-6854, TTY/TTD: Dial 711, sas@wvc.edu.

This recruitment announcement may not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified at any time.

 

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