School Controller Shefa School
Job in
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-08-30
Listing for:
Park Slope Jewish Center
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-30
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Financial Controller, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Financial Controller, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York
About the Organization:
The Shefa School is a Jewish community day school in Manhattan serving students in grades K-8. Shefa specifically serves students with language-based learning disabilities who have not yet reached their potential levels of success in traditional classroom settings. Shefa is a pluralistic community school, serving families across the range of Jewish involvement and observance.
Position Overview:The School Controller is a full-time, on-campus, 12-month position handling all daily accounting functions, including recording journal entries, preparing account reconciliations, and reviewing and maintaining financial controls. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
Responsibilities:- Manage the School's accounting activities to ensure accurate, timely, and complete financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
- Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations, including month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, account analysis and reconciliations, and internal controls
- Facilitate the annual financial audit and Form 990 filing process with external auditors and tax advisors
- Prepare financial statements, management reports, and analyses for the CFO, Head of School, and Board committees
- Establish, maintain, and evaluate internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
- Serve as a lead member of the School's Financial Aid Committee, reviewing applications and communicating with families about awards, tuition obligations, and payment plans
- Coordinate submissions for government funding and foundation grants
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
- Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience; nonprofit or independent school experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Proficiency in Quick Books and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and data formulas)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, and superior organizational skills
- Experience administering financial aid programs, tuition assistance, or other student financial services preferred
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