Mission-Driven Controller: Nonprofit Finance Leader

French Camp Academy; French Camp (MS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

French Camp Academy in French Camp, Mississippi, seeks a Controller to lead accounting operations, ensure financial integrity, and support ministries. The role requires guiding the accounting team, coordinating month-end closes, and providing financial oversight across departments in a Christ-centered setting.

The ideal candidate has a strong nonprofit background, advanced degree preferred, and a commitment to faith-based education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• 8+ years of accounting and finance experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Nonprofit, ministry, or multi-department organization experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting team of four to five clerks.
• Oversee daily accounting operations including payables, receivables, payroll, GL entries, donor gifts, and bank reconciliations; enter monthly transactions for endowment and fixed assets.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fund accounting

Nonprofit experience

Excel proficiency

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Integrity

Independent initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Fund accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

French Camp Academy in French Camp, Mississippi, seeks a Controller to lead accounting operations, ensure financial integrity, and support ministries. The role requires guiding the accounting team, coordinating month-end closes, and providing financial oversight across departments in a Christ-centered setting.

The ideal candidate has a strong nonprofit background, advanced degree preferred, and a commitment to faith-based education.