Controller

Saint Thomas Academy; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Thomas Academy in Minnesota seeks a detail-oriented Controller to lead the Academy's accounting operations and strengthen internal controls. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Business Administration, the Controller will manage the general ledger, month-end and year-end closes, financial reporting, and audit coordination, while supervising accounting staff.

The successful candidate should align with the Catholic, military, and college-preparatory mission and bring collaborative

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge and experience with month-end close
• Budgeting, treasury, and financial planning
• Audit coordination and internal controls supervision
• Staff supervision and development in a Business Office setting

Responsibilities

• Own general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare and present financial statements and reporting
• Coordinate financial audits and manage internal controls
• Partner with Director of Finance on budgeting and financial planning
• Supervise and develop accounting staff in the Business Office

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Saint Thomas Academy seeks a detail-oriented, mission-aligned Controller to lead the Academy's accounting operations and serve as the senior accounting professional within the Business Office. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Business Administration, the Controller owns the general ledger, month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, audit coordination, and internal controls, while supervising and developing Business Office accounting staff.

The Controller ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Academy's financial records and reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Partnering closely with the Director of Finance and Business Administration, the Controller supports budgeting, treasury, and financial planning, and serves as a trusted resource to families, faculty, and staff on billing and account matters.

The successful candidate will embrace Saint Thomas Academy's Catholic, military, and college-preparatory mission and bring a collaborative, service-oriented approach, sound judgment, and a