Maricopa Community College district
Fiscal Director (Controller)
Location: District Support Services Center, Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix, AZ
Salary Range:
$96,568 - $125,538 annually, DOE
Job Summary The Fiscal Director (Controller) oversees all financial operations of the Maricopa Community College Foundation, including accounts payable/receivable, grants accounting, scholarships, and general accounting. The role manages audits, tax filings (IRS 990, 1099), budgets, investments, and endowments, and provides financial reports to the Board of Directors while working closely with all ten colleges to ensure fiscal integrity and effective stewardship.
Essential Functions Allocated by time:
25% Treasury management: cash flow, liquidity planning, debt and investment strategy.
25% Leadership: supervise, hire, train fiscal staff, coordinate deadlines, develop procedures, implement process improvements, drive performance metrics, lead change initiatives.
20% Journal entries and reconciliations: bank, accounts payable, scholarships, investments.
15% Audit and compliance: coordinate MCCF annual audit, prepare Form 990, 1099 filings.
10% Board finance committee: attend meetings, prepare financial reports, collaborate with executive leadership to monitor strategic goals.
5% Fiscal integrity: design, test, and implement financial controls and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or public administration from a regionally accredited institution and seven years of progressively responsible experience in public finance, accounting, banking, financial analysis, or a related field, including two years of management and supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a fiscal manager in higher education or non‑profit.
Experience in fund or project cost accounting and reconciliation.
Experience coordinating fiscal audits and IRS 990s.
Experience with Blackbaud or similar enterprise systems.
CPA, CMA, or master’s in accounting/finance.
Benefits Maricopa Community College District offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, 20 holidays, life insurance, short‑term disability, Arizona State Retirement System pension, optional retirement plans (403(b), 457(b)), tuition reimbursement, professional development funds, and flexible work schedules.
Special Working Conditions Travel to one or all ten college campuses may be required. A valid Arizona Class D driver’s license is required. Evening and weekend hours may be required. Prolonged computer use is anticipated.
How to Apply Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume showing how they meet the minimum and desired qualifications. Intended applicants must provide employment history in month/year format, clarify full‑time or part‑time status, and include three professional references. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate or tolerate discrimination in employment or education. MCCCD is committed to a gender‑discrimination‑free environment. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator. MCCCD is required to disclose crime information pursuant to the Clery Act.
Posting Close Date Open until filled. First review on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Applications received after the review date may not be screened.
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Salary Range:
$96,568 - $125,538 annually, DOE
Job Summary The Fiscal Director (Controller) oversees all financial operations of the Maricopa Community College Foundation, including accounts payable/receivable, grants accounting, scholarships, and general accounting. The role manages audits, tax filings (IRS 990, 1099), budgets, investments, and endowments, and provides financial reports to the Board of Directors while working closely with all ten colleges to ensure fiscal integrity and effective stewardship.
Essential Functions Allocated by time:
25% Treasury management: cash flow, liquidity planning, debt and investment strategy.
25% Leadership: supervise, hire, train fiscal staff, coordinate deadlines, develop procedures, implement process improvements, drive performance metrics, lead change initiatives.
20% Journal entries and reconciliations: bank, accounts payable, scholarships, investments.
15% Audit and compliance: coordinate MCCF annual audit, prepare Form 990, 1099 filings.
10% Board finance committee: attend meetings, prepare financial reports, collaborate with executive leadership to monitor strategic goals.
5% Fiscal integrity: design, test, and implement financial controls and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or public administration from a regionally accredited institution and seven years of progressively responsible experience in public finance, accounting, banking, financial analysis, or a related field, including two years of management and supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a fiscal manager in higher education or non‑profit.
Experience in fund or project cost accounting and reconciliation.
Experience coordinating fiscal audits and IRS 990s.
Experience with Blackbaud or similar enterprise systems.
CPA, CMA, or master’s in accounting/finance.
Benefits Maricopa Community College District offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, 20 holidays, life insurance, short‑term disability, Arizona State Retirement System pension, optional retirement plans (403(b), 457(b)), tuition reimbursement, professional development funds, and flexible work schedules.
Special Working Conditions Travel to one or all ten college campuses may be required. A valid Arizona Class D driver’s license is required. Evening and weekend hours may be required. Prolonged computer use is anticipated.
How to Apply Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume showing how they meet the minimum and desired qualifications. Intended applicants must provide employment history in month/year format, clarify full‑time or part‑time status, and include three professional references. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate or tolerate discrimination in employment or education. MCCCD is committed to a gender‑discrimination‑free environment. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator. MCCCD is required to disclose crime information pursuant to the Clery Act.
Posting Close Date Open until filled. First review on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Applications received after the review date may not be screened.
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