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    Controller - Atlanta, United States - Southern Education Foundation

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    Get On Board and Start Your Future Southern Education Foundation, Inc. (SEF), located in Atlanta, Georgia seeks an outstanding candidate to fill our Controller position. For more than 156 years, Southern Education Foundation has made substantial contributions to improving education at all levels, from pre-kindergarten through higher education. SEF works to improve equity, excellence, and opportunity in education nationally. Research, policy analysis, advocacy, and programs are the primary means through which SEF pursues its mission.

    The right candidate will be someone committed to the belief that education is the vehicle by which all students have access and opportunities for fair chances to develop their talents and attain school success. The ideal Controller should possess a solid understanding of all aspects of fund accounting and particularly restricted funds.

    This position reports to the CFO. To learn more, please visit

    The Opportunity:

    The Southern Education Foundation, Inc. is hiring a Controller to support the overall SEF financial operations. This position will work with all levels and functional areas of the SEF team. The chosen individual will assist in overseeing accounting operations and the financial activities of the organization. This professional should be self-motivated to learn about Southern Education Foundation, Inc. operations, and its strategy for strengthening relationships with donors and partners who support the work and mission.

    TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Manage all aspects of accounting, financial statements, general ledger, reconciliations, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, and revenue recognition.
    • Maintain and enforce all accounting policies and procedures.
    • Keep an organized filing system of all statements, transactions, and payments.
    • Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner.
    • Monitor cash flow, cash forecasts, and investment balances.
    • Prepare monthly/annual financial reports and monitor budget and forecasts.
    • Maintain chart of accounts.
    • Provide monthly budget reports and monitor all variances. Advise on financial analyses and decision-making regarding capital investments, pricing, contract negotiations, significant costs, benchmarks, and other matters with management and the Chief Financial Officer.
    • Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
    • Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data in accounting software.
    • Direct and ensure grants are recorded according to the appropriate revenue recognition rules.
    • Supports the CFO in identifying and reporting financial trends.
    • Manage the preparation of the PBC audit schedules and annual financial audit reports i.e. A-133.
    • Review financial operations on a continuous basis for automation opportunities and efficiencies to improve financial reporting.
    • Maintenance of financial records in compliance with retention policy.
    • Performs other controller duties as needed.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
    • Bachelors degree required in accounting, finance, or in business administration with an emphasis in accounting.
    • Possess 5-7 years of progressive accounting work experience in the non-profit sector.
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) license is required.
    • Proficiency with accounting software.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
    • Preferred experience with accounting software system implementation.
    • Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations.
    • Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations.
    • Highly organized with strict attention to detail.
    • Work well with senior executives and team, as well as mentor/lead other team members.
    • Commitment to cost containment.
    • Demonstrates ethical behavior at all times.
    • Excellent computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite products; and preferred knowledge working with Sage/Abila or other fund accounting software is a plus.
    • Support equity and excellence for low-income students in the South.

    This is a full-time position working Monday Friday. Compensation for this role begins at $105,000 and is commensurate with experience including a competitive benefits package. SEF is an Atlanta-based organization. SEF is currently working a hybrid schedule where employees work remotely and, in the office, based on the needs of the business.

    Interested candidates should submit: 1) a letter of interest 2) a current resume 3) names and contact information of three references to with Controller in the subject line of the email. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

    The Southern Education Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

    Flexible work from home options available.



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