Title: Assistant Controller
State Role Title: Financial Managers
Hiring Range: Up to $95,000 (Commensurate with Experience and Certifications)
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Richard Bland College
Location: Richard Bland College
Agency Website: www.rbc.edu
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Richard Bland College (RBC) is a residential, two-year liberal arts transfer institution dedicated to preparing students for successful transfer to highly ranked colleges and universities. Often considered a hidden gem just beyond the Tri-Cities region, the College is set within a picturesque rural campus spanning more than 750 acres of wetlands, serene forests, and the state’s oldest and largest pecan grove.
RBC invites applications for an Assistant Controller, a critical leadership role supporting financial operations, compliance, and institutional effectiveness. This position is responsible for managing and overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. The Assistant Controller provides leadership in ensuring adherence to GAAP/GASB standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies, contributing to institutional effectiveness through accurate financial reporting, risk mitigation, and continuous process improvement.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Leadership & Supervision
• Provide direct supervision to assigned accounting staff
• Ensure performance expectations align with organizational goals
• Complete performance evaluations in a timely manner and provide ongoing feedback
• Address performance issues in accordance with policy
• Promote a safe, compliant, and productive work environment
Compliance & Internal Controls
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Oversee and maintain the internal control framework (ARMICS)
• Conduct or supervise internal control testing and documentation
• Educate stakeholders on compliance risks and mitigation strategies
Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Assist with preparation and submission of annual financial statements and ACFR schedules
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reports
• Provide analytical reporting and support to executive leadership
Audit & Risk Management
• Serve as a liaison with internal and external auditors
• Ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented audit responses
• Support audit preparation and implementation of corrective actions
Budget Support
• Assist with development, monitoring, and reporting of institutional budgets
• Ensure compliance with Department of Planning and Budget (DPB) requirements
• Support training and guidance for budget managers
Accounting Operations
• Oversee the general ledger, reconciliations, and financial transactions
• Ensure timely and accurate posting in Banner and Cardinal systems
• Maintain proper documentation and financial controls
Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Demonstrated progressively responsible experience in accounting, financial management, auditing, or a related field
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial accounting principles and standards, including GAAP, GASB, and/or FASB
• Demonstrated progressively responsible experience with complex financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions
• Demonstrated leadership and/or supervisory experience
Additional Considerations
• Advanced degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Governmental Financial Manager (CGFM)
• Experience in higher education or public sector financial management
• Experience with Banner, Cardinal, or comparable ERP systems
• Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships across organizational levels
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
RICHARD BLAND COLLEGE IS AN AA/EEO EMPLOYER – Richard Bland College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. In keeping with this policy, the College does not discriminate and makes no distinction in the admission of students, nor in any other of its official activities, based on race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), age, military service or veteran status, marital status, parental status, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, family medical history or genetic information, disability, any other status protected by law, or any other non-merit based factors. The college also prohibits sexual misconduct including sexual violence or harassment. All standards and policies governing college employment and student employment, recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and support programs are applied accordingly.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA), RBC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Final candidates are subject to a background investigation. The investigation may include: local agency checks; criminal record check; driving record; employment verification; verification of education; and other checks requested by the hiring authority related to the position.
LAYOFF POLICY: If you are a classified employee and have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must attach a copy of the card with your application prior to the job posting closing date.
ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS ONLY: A fully completed state application or résumé must be submitted for this position electronically through this website. Unfortunately, RBC cannot accept mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. You have not completed the process until you receive a confirmation number.
ANNUAL FIRE AND SECURITY NOTIFICATION: The Annual Fire and Security Report(s) include campus security information, campus fire statistics, safety procedures, and provides statistics for criminal and disciplinary offenses. The report(s) are provided annually in compliance with the Clery Act and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). Richard Bland College of William & Mary Annual Safety and Security report and the Annual Fire Safety report is available at: https://www.rbc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Annual-Campus-Security-and-Fire-Safety-Report-Final.pdf . A hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety reports and/or a copy of the Criminal Incident and Fire Incident Logs are maintained at the Department of Campus Safety & Police and will be provided upon request.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: For full-time teaching faculty positions and adjunct faculty (part-time teaching faculty), applicants must submit a cover letter specifying their interested teaching discipline and statement of teaching philosophy, their schedule availability, résumé/curriculum vitaé , all unofficial transcripts, and a list of three (3) professional references. Please note: official transcripts are required on the first day of employment for all teaching faculty positions at RBC.
For administrative and professional faculty positions the cover letter, résumé, all unofficial transcripts and a list of three (3) professional references are required. Official transcripts are also required on the first day of employment for administrative and professional faculty positions at RBC.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY LAWS: Employees or prospective employees who believe they have witnessed or experienced discriminatory conditions or discriminatory acts related to RBC employment practices or inaccessible conditions should present their concerns to:
Chief Business Officer
Richard Bland College
Physical Address: Pecan Hall, Second Floor, 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA 23805
Telephone: (804)862-6100, extension 8603
Email: ssokol@rbc.edu
IN COMPLIANCE WITH TITLE IX: Employees, prospective employees, student workers, or prospective student workers who believe they have witnessed or experienced discriminatory conditions or discriminatory acts related to RBC employment practices or inaccessible conditions that are inclusive of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, sexual harassment should present their concerns to either of the following:
Title IX Coordinator
Richard Bland College
Physical Address: Academic Innovation Center, 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA 23805
titleix@rbc.edu | 804-862-6100
Or,
Department of Education
Office of Civil Rights
400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.
Washington, DC 20202-1100
www.ed.gov
Contact Information
Name: Richard Bland College - Office of Human Resources
Phone: 8048626100
Email: rbchr@rbc.edu
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Contact Information
Name: Richard Bland College - Office of Human Resources
Phone: 8048626100
Email: rbchr@rbc.edu
Contact Information
Name: Richard Bland College - Office of Human Resources
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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
The modern government of Virginia is nearly identical in structure to the federal government, and is divided into 3 branches, these being the executive, legislative, and judiciary branches. The Virginia General Assembly is comprised of the 100-member House of Delegates and the 40-member Senate. A governor and lieutenant governor are elected every 4 years. Governors cannot be elected to or serve consecutive terms. Virginia’s judicial system consists of the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Circuit Courts, and the lower General District Courts and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts. Virginia has 13 electoral votes in presidential elections, and possesses 11 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
