Controller

Valliant Consulting Group; Laguna (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo of Laguna Department of Education in Laguna, NM seeks a seasoned Controller to manage the finance and accounting department, ensuring GAAP/GASB compliance and safeguarding assets. The role reports to the Executive Director of Finance & Accounting and directs accounting operations, reporting, and grants administration onsite.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 5+ years of experience, and expertise in government fund accounting, audits, and internal

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting/related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, internal controls, financial reporting, and audit processes.
• Experience with government fund accounting, tribal grants/contracts management, and/or school accounting preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills preferred.
• Experience with School ERP (Infinite Visions) software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for LDoE.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and the annual audit.
• Maintain systems ensuring high-quality services for children and families in compliance with department, tribal, federal, and state standards.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Maintain and reconcile financial data in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Review accounting transactions and documents for accuracy; approve and coordinate reports by accounting staff.
• Prepare and negotiate LDoE's annual Indirect Cost Proposal or manage outsourced preparation.
• Serve as lead liaison on assigned grants and contracts with funding agencies.
• Assist in preparing annual budget and processing budget revisions.
• Support departments with accounting and fiscal document preparation.
• Design and develop financial reports, trial balances, and statements.

Skills

GAAP

GASB

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Audit processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Infinite Visions (School ERP)

Job description

The Pueblo of Laguna Department of Education is seeking an experienced and collaborative Controller to ensure the effective and efficient financial management of LDoE operations. Reporting to the Executive Director of Finance & Accounting, the Controller manages the day-to-day functions of the finance and accounting department.

The Controller plays a critical role in safeguarding LDoE assets and ensuring compliance with tribal, federal, and state regulations, while overseeing accounting, financial reporting, and accounts payable functions.

This position is onsite in Laguna, New Mexico. Commuter support will be provided for candidates residing in Albuquerque or Grants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee LDoE's day-to-day accounting operations
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, as well as the annual audit
• Work with the EDF to maintain systems that ensure high-quality services for children and families in compliance with department, tribal, federal, and state standards
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
• Maintain and reconcile financial data in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards
• Review accounting transactions and documents for accuracy; approve and coordinate reports prepared by accounting staff
• Prepare and negotiate LDoE's annual Indirect Cost Proposal (or manage outsourced preparation)
• Serve as lead liaison on assigned grants and contracts between the finance department, other departments, and funding agencies
• Assist in preparing LDoE's annual budget and processing budget revisions
• Support departments with accounting and fiscal document preparation
• Design and develop financial reports, trial balances, and statements using financial reporting and spreadsheet software
• Oversee accounting software administration and daily operational duties
• Maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, and the community

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, internal controls, financial reporting, and audit processes
• Experience with government fund accounting, tribal grants/contracts management, and/or school accounting preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills preferred
• Experience with School ERP (Infinite Visions) software preferred