Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Location: Incline Village

Description

Brad Stewart with Robert Half Finance & Accounting is looking for an experienced Controller to guide the financial strategy and operational stewardship for a non-profit on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. This leader will partner closely with the Leadership and Board committees to support sound decision-making, safeguard resources, and align financial planning with institutional priorities. The role oversees core business office functions, delivers clear financial reporting, and fosters trusted relationships with families, auditors, banks, and other external partners.

Responsibilities:

- Lead the development of financial strategies, policies, and long-range plans that support the organization's mission and operational goals.

- Prepare and present budget updates, financial statements, investment summaries, and capital planning reports for leadership, the Board, and relevant committees.

- Oversee the accounting operations, including payroll, payables, receivables, cash management, purchasing, benefits administration, tax-related activities, and general ledger integrity.

- Establish and maintain strong internal controls, business procedures, and compliance practices across all finance and business office systems.

- Manage debt obligations, interfund activity, and cash flow to maintain the school's financial stability and transparency.

- Direct the annual audit process by coordinating with independent auditors, reviewing supporting documentation, and addressing audit recommendations.

- Administer tuition-related financial processes such as student contracts, parent payment arrangements, financial aid coordination, and tuition refund insurance claims.

- Monitor outstanding receivables, lead collection efforts on overdue balances, and work directly with families to resolve enrollment-related financial matters.

- Attend Board and finance-related committee meetings to provide accurate, timely financial insight that supports fiduciary oversight and informed governance.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.

- Advanced degree such as an MBA or similar graduate-level credential is preferred.

- At least 5 years of senior-level accounting, finance, or business management experience

- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting practices, financial reporting, and automated accounting systems.

- Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, word processing tools, and standard business technology.

- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to supervise staff and manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Ability to build productive relationships with administrators, trustees, families, staff, and external stakeholders.

- Sound judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to work independently while performing well under deadlines and changing demands.

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