WHITMAN COLLEGE
Located in the historic community of Walla Walla, Whitman’s vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country.
Whitman College is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college’s working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO).
POSITION PURPOSE
The Assistant/Associate Controller for Sources is responsible for managing and administering the operations of Student Accounts, Accounts Receivable, Trust and Endowments, Student Loans, and Off-Campus Rentals activities. The Associate Controller reports to the Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Finance and Controller and leads a team of three professionals, ensuring effective management and administration of these key financial functions.
SALARY
This posting is for either an Assistant Controller or an Associate Controller. Please refer to the Qualifications section for details. The salary range for the Assistant Controller is $83,232-$93,636, and for the Associate Controller, it is $96,637-$104,040.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Finance Operations & Oversight (50%). In connection with Whitman College’s current fund and its ongoing operations, the Associate Controller for Sources works to support the following functions and activities in the Office of Accounting and Business Services (ABS):
Farm and Rental Properties (25%) and Endowment Investments (25%). In connection with the College’s trust, the Associate Controller for Sources works to support the following functions and activities in the Office of Accounting and Business Services (ABS):
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Must be able to explain and/or demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Specifically,
ASSISTANT MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Whitman College values diverse pathways to acquiring skills and knowledge and encourages applicants to demonstrate how their background aligns with the role.
ASSOCIATE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the Assistant Qualifications:
Please note that while the description details both required and preferred qualifications, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications and have passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS
Whitman College offers a competitive benefits program that is designed to attract qualified candidates and retain talented employees. Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances.
Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment and long term disability insurances with the capability to elect additional voluntary coverage.
403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with a 10% matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met.
Paid Time Off: 20 accrued vacation days, 12 accrued sick days, 13 paid holidays.
Tuition Remission – Dependent Children
Employee tuition waiver for two Whitman courses per semester.
Relocation assistance for eligible employees.
Learn more about benefits eligibility here.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR JOB CANDIDATES
Contact Human Resources regarding requests for disability accommodation in the employment application process.
APPLICATION REVIEW
Application review will begin on XXX and continue until the position is filled.
START DATE
XXX, 2025
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