Job Summary: The Controller will be responsible for oversight of financial accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, assist as needed with payroll and employee benefits administration. Planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions. Managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results. Coordinating and preparing internal and external financial statements. This hands-on position supervises a staff and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day Business Office activities.
Responsibilities:
- Accounts Receivable (billing, payment posting, receivables and collection efforts, statements, unclaimed property, etc.)
- Audit and 990 lead for documents and schedules.
- Manage, oversee, and efficiently organize the timely daily accounting functions of the company as well as the accounting team performing those functions.
- Develops, implements, and maintains accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Assist in the development of annual budget and forecasts; collaborates with other department heads to monitor budgets and identifies variances.
- Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting by supervising, supporting, and reviewing the accounting work of the staff accounting team and, to a lesser extent, performing the work oneself.
- Oversees cash management and cash controls, including frequent cash reconciliations.
- Ensures AP/AR activities are handled timely and according to company policy and procedure.
- Files monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with external auditors, lenders, and financial partners.
- Oversees financial systems implementations and upgrades.
- Assist the CFO with identifying and managing business risks and insurance requirements.
- Assist the CFO with analyzing operations for efficiencies to identify areas in need of reorganization, downsizing, or elimination.
- Works with the CFO and other members of senior leadership to coordinate planning and establish business priorities.
- Recommends financial benchmarks that will be used to measure the schools’ performance.
- Recruit, develop, train, and evaluate the staff accounting team to ensure the most optimal and cost-effective structure needed to accomplish the department’s goals.
- Manage School Store needs including inventory control, product order/re-ordering, online website management with staff, back up for staff.
- Act as a purchasing agent.
- Liaison with Admissions to ensure enrollment numbers are met, assist with contract processing as needed, and finalize student enrollment.
- Liaison with Development: monthly gift reconciliations, temporary restricted gift record maintenance.
- Assist with the implementation of the Departmental Budget Management.
- Provides accounting assistance to the CFO.
- Any other duties as assigned.
- Maintains qualifications for employment in accordance with institutional and accreditation guidelines.
- Performing other duties as assigned by the Head of School or the Dean of Faculty
- Supporting the School and its leadership
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
- MBA, Master of Accounting or CPA/CMA designation preferred.
- Minimum of five years of strong operations experience and/or at least 3 years in a senior management position.
- Familiar with concepts related to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Exceptional problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency with Excel is required.
- Experience with accounting software Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Distinct organizational and management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping.
- Self-starter attitude; originates and develops constructive, creative ideas.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Demonstrates the highest level of integrity and business ethics with a strong sense of confidentiality.
- Must have experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
- Demonstrate support for South Kent’s commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion.
Compensation:
Compensation is competitive and includes meals when school is in session.
All interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, references, and any questions to South Kent School at the following: [email protected].
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts the School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
South Kent School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment for all employees.
