Controller

Summary: Our award-winning client is seeking a Controller to join their team. The Controller oversees daily supervision of the Business Office staff, manages financial records, and provides oversight of HR functions at the school. Responsibilities:Business Office: Manage Business Office staff, guiding procedures to ensure task success. Support Assistant Headmaster/CFO with accounting system data for budget and forecasting activities. Collaborate with Admissions and Development offices to accurately record department activity. Administer and monitor the financial system for accurate and timely finances. Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures. Serve as backup for all Business Office duties, including payroll, wires, and accounts payable. Prepare monthly financial statements and reconcile the general ledger. Review bank accounts daily, approve positive pay activity, and initiate wires when necessary. Human Resources: Oversee and administer employee benefits, including healthcare brokerage, benefit enrollments, and problem resolution. Ensure completion of all new hire documentation and maintenance of employee files. Administer background checks and coordinate benefit entitlement with the Office Manager, including time and attendance records. Provide employees with access to the SKS handbook and collect annual acknowledgments. Distribute and collect signed Housing agreements and proof of insurance for on-campus residents. Handle accident/compensation claims and complete required reports as requested. Compliance: Coordinate with external auditors for the annual audit and 990 tax return. Ensure proper implementation of auditor recommendations. Ensure adherence to all School and Business Office procedures. Required Qualifications: One of the following backgrounds is required: School, Fundraising, Nonprofit Financial Management, Grantmaking, or Education Mgmt. Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge required. Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent accounting experience. Experience with accounting software applications, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Raiser's Edge, and Tuition Management experience highly preferred. Detail-oriented with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with external and internal personnel. Exhibit excellent customer service skills.

Created: 2026-03-04