Senior Controller, Nonprofit Education Finance

Cristo Rey Jesuit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston seeks a mission-driven Controller to manage all accounting and financial operations for the school, CWSP, and foundation.

The Senior Controller partners with the President and Director of Finance & HR to ensure GAAP compliance, accurate reporting, audits, and strong internal controls across the organization. This role oversees cash flow, payroll, grants, and donor contributions, supporting budgeting and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting.
• Experience managing financial reporting, audits, and internal controls.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements for leadership and Board of Trustees.
• Maintain financial reporting across multiple entities (school, CWSP, foundation).
• Oversee preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Financial reporting

Audits

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

DonorPerfect

Job description

Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston seeks a mission-driven Controller to manage all accounting and financial operations for the school, CWSP, and foundation.

The Senior Controller partners with the President and Director of Finance & HR to ensure GAAP compliance, accurate reporting, audits, and strong internal controls across the organization. This role oversees cash flow, payroll, grants, and donor contributions, supporting budgeting and strategic initiatives.