Senior School Finance Controller

St. Agnes Academy-St. Dominic School

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

36 hours ago
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Job summary

St. Agnes Academy-St. Dominic School in Memphis, TN seeks a Controller to run day-to-day accounting, GL management, month-end close, and financial reporting.

You will work closely with the CFO to ensure accurate records and strong internal controls across the school. The role requires nonprofit accounting experience and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will lead audits, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and maintain asset schedules while ensuring confidentiality and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance required.
  • Five years of progressively responsible accounting experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting for nonprofits.
  • Experience with QuickBooks and Excel is essential.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities and maintain GL integrity.
  • Manage monthly and fiscal year-end close processes.
  • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
  • Maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations and schedules.
  • Reconcile bank, investment, payroll, and other GL accounts.
  • Review AR/AP activity for proper GL recording.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements for CFO review.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Support annual audit preparations and Form 990 information.
  • Maintain internal controls and accounting documentation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge
Financial analysis
Ledger management
Communication skills
Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks
Excel

Job description

St. Agnes Academy-St. Dominic School in Memphis, TN seeks a Controller to run day-to-day accounting, GL management, month-end close, and financial reporting.

You will work closely with the CFO to ensure accurate records and strong internal controls across the school. The role requires nonprofit accounting experience and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will lead audits, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and maintain asset schedules while ensuring confidentiality and

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