Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller is a key leader within the business office, responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting functions and ensuring the integrity of the school's financial records. This role is integral to the month-end and year-end close process, overseeing payroll, and assisting the Director of Finance with financial reporting and analysis. The Assistant Controller will lead the coordination and preparation for all annual audits. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, hands-on professional with a strong background in nonprofit or independent school accounting who excels at both managing processes and executing detailed financial tasks. The Assistant Controller position is an exempt, full-time, 12-month in-person position reporting to the Director of Finance. This is a new position and available for an immediate start.

Primary Responsibilities

• Accounting and General Ledger Management
• Payroll Oversight
• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Audit and Compliance
• Collaboration and Other Duties

Qualifications

Required : Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a related field. A minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with a significant portion in a non-profit or educational setting. Proven expertise in general ledger management, month-end close, financial reporting, and audit preparation. Strong understanding of GAAP for non-profit organizations. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with at least one major accounting software system. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail. A high level of personal and professional integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Preferred : Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. Experience in an independent school business office. Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge, SAGE Intacct, or a similar school accounting system. Experience overseeing or processing payroll. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative working relationships across the school community.

Compensation and Benefits

The full-time salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000. The starting salary depends on factors that include background, years of experience, education level, and skill level. PBS offers an employee benefit package that includes fully paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance plans, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account and a generous retirement plan match. Eligibility rules apply.

To Apply : Qualified, interested candidates may apply for the position through the online Phillips Brooks Employment Website. Please submit your application information - letter of interest, a CV / resume with your relevant experience and expertise, and contact information for three professional references (include supervisors). Phillips Brooks School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All aspects of employment at PBS are governed on the basis of competence, merit, and qualifications. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences including those with professional experience outside the field of education who share our commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive school community.