Controller - School District Experience Required

Controller (School District Experience Required)

CFS has partnered with a public-sector educational organization in seeking an experienced REMOTE Interim Controller to provide leadership and hands-on accounting support during a critical fiscal year-end and audit period. This individual will serve as a key resource to the finance team and must be able to step in quickly with minimal training.

Job Title: Controller
Location: Hybrid in Warwick, RI or remote, depending on candidate's location
Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000

Controller Responsibilities

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

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

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