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Assistant Controller

Employer
Marist School
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Closing date
Oct 31, 2020

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Focus Areas
Education
Job Function
Accounting / Finance
Position Type
Full Time
Degree Level
Bachelors
Willingness to Travel
Not willing to travel
Experience Level
Administrative

Marist School

Job Title: Assistant Controller
Department: Business Office   
Reports to: Controller
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt, Salaried
Date: July 2020

MISSION

The unique mission of Marist School to form the whole person in the image of Christ is created by blending three distinct traditions: the pursuit of academic excellence, the heritage of Catholic education, and the spirit of the Society of Mary. This mission is advanced through communal pursuit of excellence in academic, religious, extracurricular, leadership, and service programs.

SUMMARY

The Assistant Controller is hired by the CFO and reports to the Controller.  This position is responsible for payments, budgets, and special projects within the Business Office.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

This position is responsible for the stewardship of Marist School resources through financial oversight of school activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Assist Controller with preparation of financial statements and reports for Trustee Finance and Investment Committee meetings. Attend meetings and prepare meeting minutes
  • Assist Controller on month-end closings of bank accounts, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable and other accounts as needed
  • Preparation of monthly budget reports by the 15th of each month, variance analysis and assist the CFO in preparing the annual budget
  • Prepare quarterly and annual bank compliance reports
  • Assist controller and serve as the secondary lead on the annual audit/ prepare audit workpapers as required.
  • Take primary responsibility for programs related to auxiliary income (camp, facility rentals, etc)
  • Serve as primary liaison for parent organizations
  • Ensure that all deposits are made within three days of receipt
  • Manage all tuition accounts, assist in resolving accounts receivable issues, review student billing adjustments with Student Account and Billing Associate.
  • Manage purchasing card programs
  • Manage annual endowment reporting to donors and annual Advancement external reporting
  • Assist CFO with special projects

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Accounting or Finance; lesser experience may be considered; experience in the school environment is preferred.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to details.
  • Excellent customer service, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with significant Excel skills
  • Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and SmartTuition software preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to touch, handle, or feel.
  • The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate. The hours for this position are generally 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. This is a year-round, staff position.

GENERAL SIGN OFF

The employee is expected to adhere to all employer policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to employer policies. The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

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