Finance Controller (Hybrid) - Mission-Driven School

Providence High School; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence High School in Burbank, CA seeks a Controller to lead financial operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and manage the accounting team. The role partners with the CFOO and cross‑functionally with Advancement, Enrollment, and Budget Managers to safeguard assets and deliver accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities include closing, dashboards, endowment accounting, and donor-restricted funds, with a focus on process improvements and automation using ERP systems such as Blackbaud/NXT.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in a Controller role.
• Experience supporting $20M+ annual budgets.
• GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards experience.
• Internal controls and audit preparation experience.
• Experience in independent schools or nonprofit sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee reconciliation of all accounts to the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash management.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per GAAP and nonprofit standards.
• Prepare dashboards, budget vs. actuals, and detailed financial reports for leadership and board.
• Maintain integrity of financial records, schedules, and reconciliations.
• Design and strengthen internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Support audit schedules and regulatory filings with CFOO and external advisors.
• Oversee restricted and endowment accounting and donor reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA/CPA strongly preferred

Tools

Blackbaud/NXT

Job description

Providence High School in Burbank, CA seeks a Controller to lead financial operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and manage the accounting team. The role partners with the CFOO and cross‑functionally with Advancement, Enrollment, and Budget Managers to safeguard assets and deliver accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities include closing, dashboards, endowment accounting, and donor-restricted funds, with a focus on process improvements and automation using ERP systems such as Blackbaud/NXT.