Controller

Controller Cotting School, a recognized leader and innovator in special education, is seeking a collaborative financial professional looking to contribute to a mission driven organization focused on enabling students with disabilities to achieve their highest learning potential and level of independence. Reporting to the CFO, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful and visible impact within our organization and the broader community.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and solutions-driven, with strong technical accounting skills and a desire to improve systems and processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with strategic operational support in a mission-driven environment.

What You’ll Do

Financial Management, Reporting & Operations Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process Lead the preparation of internal and external financial reporting, including financial reports for the Board of Trustees and other key stakeholders Support annual budget process and provide detailed reporting of budget vs. actual results Oversee accounts payable and vendor payments through Bill.com Support financial operations related to employee compensation and benefits Partner cross-functionally with departments across the School to support operational and financial goals

Cash, Banking, and Investments Monitor cash and temporary restricted fund balances and provide cash flow forecasts Reconcile monthly bank and investment accounts Ensure cash management, banking, and investment processes are well documented and supported by strong internal controls Reconcile donor restricted contributions and expenditures Provide support for endowment investment activity

Audit, Tax, and Regulatory Compliance Prepare reports, schedules, analyses, and documentation required for timely and efficient completion of annual financial statement and employee benefit plan audits, required tax and information returns, and all other required compliance filings. Own the preparation of annual financial statements, including drafting financial statements, and lead technical accounting research on new accounting standards and complex transactions, ensuring appropriate interpretation, documentation, and implementation under GAAP

Systems & Process Improvement Serve as administrator for Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and Divvy Corporate Card Program Continue to Improve reporting, dashboards, workflows, and system integrations Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, scalability

Payroll & Benefits Support 401(k) plan administration Support biweekly payroll processing Assist with benefits administration and annual open enrollment

Other duties and special projects as assigned by the CFO.