Controller

Movement Foundation

Charlotte, NC

Expired: over a month ago Applications are no longer accepted.

Full-Time

Job Description

The controller reports to the Movement Schools CEO and will lead and manage all daily accounting operations, audit, monthly financial reporting including to state and federal agencies, and annual budgeting for a growing $20 million Annual revenue budget.

This is a newly created position for a growing organization and the ideal candidate will thrive in an entrepreneurial culture. The controller will be responsible for implementing efficient technology together with adequate procedures and controls to ensure timely and pristine accounting records as well budgets and dashboards that will inform the strategic direction of the organization leadership team.

This role will be responsible over time to hire and manage additional staff responsible for overall school budgeting, accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

Core responsibilities include:
Finance and Accounting Management:

Manage month-end and year-end closing process
Set up for growth and supervise the daily operations of the accounting department including control systems, transaction-processing, and policies and procedures
Maintain a well-documented system of accounting policies and procedures consistent with GAAP, GASB, and/or FASB as applicable for an North Carolina, South Carolina, or Georgia non-profit public schools
Manage school cash and plan liquidity needs
Review accounts payable and accounts receivable batches prior to posting and processing, process adjustments and other journal entries as needed
Conducts research on educational laws and trends that pertain to the department as needed

Payroll

Be the point of contact for employees and our 3rd party payroll processing business partner

Audit and Compliance

Record the minutes of Finance Committee meetings and make them available according to regulations
Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure compliance with cash, grant accounting, and accounts payable/receivable policies and procedures
Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
Safeguard assets and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls and checks across all departments
Serve as the primary contact during audit season for all audit requests, in coordination with the managing director of finance (including the workers' compensation audit)

Reporting

Develop, improve and issue timely and complete financial statements for both internal external stakeholders
Create and update budget cost workbooks to assist with budget management
Manage the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes
Review budget variances and report significant issues to management
Complete the necessary reporting requirements as the coordinator
Create and submit mandated state reports
Assist with child nutrition submission of monthly claims

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Ensure accounts payable are paid in a timely manner
Ensure W9 forms and certificates of insurance are on file
Process 1099s and 1096 annually
Ensure accounts receivable are collected promptly
Ensure that revenue is recognized accurately and in the correct accounting period
Issue report, review, and verify donations with the External Affairs Team to ensure accurate reporting

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
Five to ten years of experience leading the accounting and financial reporting duties with a North Carolina, South Carolina, or Georgia school organization or non profit preferred
Technology savvy to efficiently and effectively manage data for financial reporting

Demonstrated success in developing and monitoring systems to manage internal operations and processes to meet monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines
Goal oriented, deadline driven team player with strong organizational skills and attention to details; strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to translate financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers