Financial Controller

About the job Financial Controller


Pay: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take on a highly visible financial leadership role with meaningful impact on a mission-driven organization
• Partner closely with senior leadership and help shape sound financial operations and decision-making
• Join a warm, collaborative workplace where every team member is valued
• Lead critical accounting, reporting, audit, compliance, and internal control functions
• Bring your nonprofit or independent school expertise to an organization focused on long-term stability and excellence
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, school holidays, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities
• Benefit from a flexible hybrid schedule with approximately 3 to 4 days per week on-site

Location:

Wellesley, MA. This is a hybrid opportunity with approximately 3 to 4 days per week working on-site and flexibility to work remotely the remainder of the week.

Note:

This is a senior-level Controller search. Candidates must meet all core qualifications, including 10+ years of Controller-level experience, hands-on experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT, an MBA and/or CPA credential, and a demonstrated record of professional stability that includes approximately 5+ years with at least one organization.

About Us

We are a mission-driven educational organization committed to creating an exceptional learning environment and a strong, supportive community. Our employees work collaboratively across the organization, and every team member plays an important role in supporting our mission and long-term success. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead and oversee the organization's day-to-day accounting operations
• Manage the general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial close processes
• Ensure accurate financial records and reporting in accordance with GAAP and applicable nonprofit accounting standards
• Prepare quarterly and other periodic financial reports and analyses for senior leadership
• Coordinate the annual audit process and serve as a key liaison with external auditors
• Oversee nonprofit financial compliance, including support for IRS Form 990 and other required filings
• Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and financial documentation
• Partner with the Director of Finance, senior administrators, and board committees on financial reporting, planning, and organizational priorities
• Leverage Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT to support accurate accounting operations and meaningful financial reporting
• Identify and implement opportunities to strengthen processes, improve efficiency, and enhance financial controls
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional accuracy, discretion, and professionalism

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Controller-level accounting and financial leadership experience required
• 5+ years of experience within an independent school or nonprofit organization required
• Hands-on experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT required
• MBA and/or CPA credential required
• Demonstrated record of professional stability, including approximately 5+ years with at least one organization required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations
• Experience leading or coordinating annual audits and working directly with external auditors
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, and compliance requirements
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and relationship-building abilities
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a collaborative, welcoming community where your expertise is respected and your work has visible impact. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical leadership function, partner with thoughtful colleagues, and contribute to an organization whose mission extends well beyond the finance office. We offer the stability, benefits, flexibility, and supportive culture that make this an exceptional long-term career opportunity.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance