Fiscal Director (Controller)
Job ID : 321982
Location : District Support Services Cntr
Full / Part Time : Full Time
Regular / Temporary : Regular
Salary Range
$96,568.00 - $125,538.00 / annually, DOE
Grade
123
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Summer Hours : Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm
Work Calendar
12 Months
Maricopa Summary
10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.
The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world.
We focus on people-not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.
We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.
We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.
Benefits
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD :
Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package :
Employee Health & Wellness Programs :
Job Summary
The Fiscal Director (Controller) within the Institutional Development department at Maricopa Community Colleges oversees all financial operations of the Foundation, including accounts payable / receivable, grants accounting, scholarships, and general accounting.
This opportunity as a Fiscal Director (Controller) manages audits, tax filings (IRS 990 and 1099s), budgets, investments, and endowments, while providing financial reports to the Board of Directors, while working closely with all ten Maricopa Community Colleges and their development, cashier, and financial aid offices to ensure fiscal integrity, compliance, and effective stewardship of Foundation resources.
The Fiscal Director (Controller) plays a key role in advancing the Foundation's mission by safeguarding assets, supporting fundraising and program initiatives, and providing clear, accurate financial information to leadership and stakeholders.
Essential Functions
25% - Oversee treasury functions including cash flow, liquidity planning, debt management, and investment strategies while ensuring sound stewardship of financial assets to support institutional priorities and maintain fiscal stability :
25% - Plan, organize, and create work assignments :
20% - Create, review, and post journal entries in Financial Edge :
15% - Manage and organize the MCCF annual audit, as well as city or federal audits as required :
10% - Coordinate the MCCF Board Finance Committee :
5% - Evaluate and maintain fiscal integrity and ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and laws :
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in finance, accounting, business or public administration, economics or directly related field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in public finance, accounting, banking, financial analysis or closely related experience that includes planning, directing and administering comprehensive programs and fiscal services which includes two (2) years of management and supervisory experience.
OR
An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience, as described above, sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.
Desired Qualifications
Special Working Conditions
May be required to travel to one or all of the ten Maricopa Community Colleges to assist or train staff.
Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving : http : / / business.maricopa.edu / risk-management / motor-vehicle-usage / motor-vehicle-driving-requirements .
May be required to work some evening and weekend hours.
May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Posting Close Date
Open until filled
First Review is on Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Applications received after the review date may not be screened
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states : "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.
To apply, visit https : / / jobs.maricopa.edu / psp / MCPAHPRD / EMPLOYEE / HRMS / c / HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321982&PostingSeq=1
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