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Listed on 2026-01-06
Listing for:
Raul Yzaguirre School for Success Charter
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-06
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
CFO, Financial Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Administration/Director
Date Posted:
5/12/2025
Location:
District Office
Date Available:
Until Filled
Closing Date:
Until Filled
JOB TITLE: Controller
LOCATION: Houston, Texas
REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) cio
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Oversight & Reporting
- Manage all accounting operations including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations.
- Oversee the organization's accounting systems to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. Ensure the maintenance and updating of accounting systems to support efficient financial operations.
- Manage the payroll systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee salaries, benefits, and deductions. Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations.
- Develop, implement, and monitor fiscal policies and procedures to ensure financial compliance and operational efficiency. Regularly review and update policies to reflect changes in regulations and best practices.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and non-profit accounting standards.
- Maintain accurate fund accounting for both unrestricted and restricted funds, including federal and state education grants.
- Assist in the preparation and management of the annual budget. Monitor budget performance and provide recommendations for adjustments to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and variance analysis to support data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborate with school leaders and department heads to align financial planning with academic and operational goals.
- Ensure compliance with TEA (Texas Education Agency), federal grant requirements (e.g., ESSA, IDEA), and non-profit financial regulations.
- Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
- Maintain and enhance internal controls and financial policies.
- Track and report on all grant expenditures, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with funding requirements.
- Support grant proposal development with financial data and budget narratives.
- Supervise accounting staff and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with the CFO and senior leadership to support strategic initiatives and long-term financial planning.
- Provide financial training and support to school and program leaders.
- CPA with 3 years of experience as a controller required.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a non-profit or charter school environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and compliance with federal and state education funding.
- Public accounting background and/or non-profit accounting background preferred
- 5 years of team management experience preferred
- Experience with federal grants required
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, non-profit environment
- Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Ascender, Quick Books, Blackbaud, or similar ERP systems).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to the mission of educational equity and community empowerment.
- Experience with Texas charter school finance and TEA compliance.
- Familiarity with federal grants such as Title I, Title III, and IDEA.
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