As a key member of the Executive Council of Fresno Catholic Schools (FCS), the Controller reports to the President and assumes a strategic role on the fiscal management of the system, providing sound and timely financial recommendations to the President. The Controller works closely with the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors, providing a visionary approach to fiscal responsibility and leadership.

Responsibilities of the Controller include oversight and direction of the annual budget, annual audit, oversight of accounting practices, tax-related reporting, long-range forecasting, and insurance activities of the system. The qualified candidate must be forward-thinking, able to seamlessly adapt to an evolving environment, meld their talents with the FCS culture, and thrive in a complex and deadline orientated non-profit.

Applicants are required to be a CPA or possess a Master’s Degree and have proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. The position of the Controller requires the capacity to identify and institute new funding sources. Special consideration will be given to applicants who understand the variances of school finances, embracing the philosophy of Mission within a Catholic organization.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum

• CPA or Master’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
• 4 years of experience as a financial director or manager
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Preferred

• Experience with nonprofit organizations
• Experience in Catholic education
• Understanding of the philosophy of Mission within a Catholic organization

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning andresource allocation
• Understanding of law and government rules and regulations
• Management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain and uphold confidentiality

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct, and evaluate the school’s fiscal positionand performance
• Supervise finance department
• Plan, coordinate, and administer the school’s budget
• Assist President in developing department-based budgets and provide regular counsel fiscal and operational areas
• Submit to the Board of Directors the annual budget and the audited annual financialreport
• Prepare multi-year projections of revenues and expenditures
• Oversee the maintenance of property records
• Direct and implement an effective system of internal financial controls
• Maintain finance records and reports as determined by local, state, and federal laws
• Review Business Office performance with respect to overall financial condition
• Identify and implement new revenue streams in cooperation with the President

Oversee Accounting and Finance Systems

• Accounting procedures meet state and federal requirements
• Payment of bills and other accounts payable
• Cash receipts
• Preparation of financial reports
• Preparation and dissemination of the annual financial audit
• Preparation of monthly financial reports for all program administrators and the Board of Directors, highlighting any significant variances in revenues or expenditures
• Investigation of operations through appropriate use of the internal audit process
• Reconciliation of all bank and credit card statements each month
• Remain current in professional and technical areas related to finance and/or accounting
• Issuance of payroll checks to all employees on a timely basis
• Timely payments of employee withholdings to appropriate government agencies
• Submission of required state and federal payments and reports

Relationships

• Work closely with and under the direction of the President of FCS
• Attend meetings with the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors
• Participate as a member of the Executive Council and attend meetings
• Confer regularly with the Executive Council regarding system operations
• Oversee contracts between FCS and outside contractors
• Exercise good judgment and thoughtfulness in working with business professionals, the community, system personnel, and system families
• Maintain a pleasant and cooperative relationship with members of the staff, faculty, families, and students

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Financial Director or Manager: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person