Controller - School District

Controller (School District Experience Required)

Job Title: Controller

Location: Hybrid in Warwick, RI or remote, depending on candidate's location

Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000

• Lead and support year-end close activities and audit preparation.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Run and analyze reports for auditors and state reporting requirements.
• Support AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting functions.
• Provide guidance to accounting staff and help resolve accounting and system-related questions.
• Ensure proper account classifications and support overall financial operations.

• MUST have direct accounting experience within a K-12 school district or school system.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end/year-end close, and audits.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to work independently and support multiple stakeholders.

• Experience with Munis ERP software.
• Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting leadership experience.
• Experience in union and non-union environments.