Financial Controller

Position Type: Administration/Business Manager

Date Posted: 6/17/2026

Location: CSAT Family Support Center

Position: Financial Controller

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/11 month

Salary Range: $85,000 + commensurate with experience

We offer outstanding healthcare benefits, a supportive work environment, generous paid time off and participation in the New York State retirement system.

The Financial Controller is a key member of the Finance Team and is responsible for the school's overall accounting operations, inclusive of Food Service and payroll transactional activities.

• Maintain financial records according to GAAP and NYSED requirements
• Develop systems for monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations and closings
• Assist with the preparation of financial forecasts and financial statements
• Monitor the school's cash position versus budget and forecasted expenses
• Monthly review of bank reconciliations
• Review all Journal Entries
• Coordinate and oversee full implementation of student district of residence’s invoicing
• Prepare and interpret detailed account analysis, as requested
• Maintain the general accounting systems to ensure reporting of accurate and reliable data
• Assist in the development of the school's annual budget
• Provide assistance during all audits – annual independent and others
• Perform supervisory responsibilities over all accounting functions

• Ensure compliance with Continuing Disclosure requirements
• Assist with annual Standard and Poors reviews related to Investment Grade Bonds
• Prepare monthly Bond summary financial reports for management and other constituents

• Ensure proper use of hardware and software accounting computer systems
• Supervise department personnel including delegation of assignments, training, monitoring, and evaluating performance
• Collaborate with department heads and supervisors on operations involving school funds, purchases, inventories, and office operations
• Supervise Accounting, Food Service, and Payroll transactional activities personnel
• Monitor adherence to procedures that provide for the safety and security of staff and students and employment laws

• Support the culture of professionalism among team members
• Support the development of all staff and implementation of program improvements
• Show professionalism at all times to all staff members
• Apply and adapt practices and techniques to meet program needs
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, management, and others
• Work effectively with diversity of individuals and as a team player
• Communicate effectively with school personnel

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred

• 5 to 10 years of experience in a position of comparable responsibility
• Previous experience in School Finance preferred

• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality
• Expertise in accounting software systems, spreadsheets, and databases
• Knowledge of standard accounting principles and practices and finance administration

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk up to 8 hours per day

New York State Education Department Fingerprinting is required for all positions.