Bookkeeper​/Controller - Preschool Network

Bookkeeper/Controller Preschool Network | Brooklyn, NY $80,000 $ 100,000

About the Role A growing network of preschools with multiple government-funded locations is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper/Controller to take full ownership of the organization's finances. This role goes beyond traditional bookkeeping you'll manage cash flow, budgeting, and projections while ensuring full compliance with public funding and Department of Education requirements across multiple sites. You'll be the sole in-house finance lead, working closely with leadership and reporting directly to ownership.

• Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping, cash flow, and accounts payable
• Develop and manage budgets and financial projections across multiple locations
• Monitor spending against approved budgets and organizational goals

• Ensure compliance with public funding regulations and Department of Education requirements
• Prepare and submit monthly financial reports for each location
• Track approved expenses and budgets in line with government contract requirements

• Serve as the sole point of contact for all financial matters across the organization
• Collaborate with leadership on financial planning and organizational growth
• Coordinate with outside tax accountant as needed

• Experience in bookkeeping or controllership
• Prior exposure to government-funded programs or public sector compliance strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple budgets simultaneously
• Comfortable working independently as the sole finance professional in the organization
• Available for regular business hours with flexibility for periodic compliance deadlines