ABOUT US

Family Life Academy Charter School (commonly called FLACS) is a nonprofit network of high-performing charter schools in the South Bronx. Family Life Academy Charter Schools, together with the Latino Pastoral Action Center and parents, create the conditions for self-empowerment for all its K-12 students to excel academically, take responsibility for their own learning, and affirm human values, today, in college, and beyond. We are guided by this mission and through it, we have revolutionized education for students from K-12. 

CONTROLLER JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the CFO, the Controller oversees the daily accounting operation, is responsible for the period-end closing, handles annual audit, ensures internal control mechanism is carried out, knows accounting provisions and trains team members.  They work closely with the Financial Analyst and Manager of Revenue and Reports for cohesive reporting, and across functional teams for financial data accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage A/P and A/R functions
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions
• Record and track income and expenses related to all contracts and grants, including federal entitlements
• Handle the month-end close, quarterly reconciliation and review financial data on a quarterly basis and consult with CFO about problems or discrepancies
• Assist in the development of reports for FLACS Management, CSI, NYSED, and other outside entities 
• Prepare audit schedules and participate with financial audits with the CFO
• Assist in the preparation of budgets or forecasts, FP&A tasks
• Lead the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices 
• Assists in annual financial audit and grant management document preparation 
• Assists in annual budget preparation

Professional Responsibilities:

• Upholds the FLACS’ mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
• Reflects on their practice and is a lifelong learner who strives to improve effectiveness and guide professional growth
• Engages and collaborates with colleagues and the community to develop and sustain a common culture that supports high expectations for student learning
• Displays evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA in Accounting
• Experience working with charter school finance regulations, including federal and state compliance, grant accounting, and restricted/unrestricted funds is preferred
• Professional certification (e.g. CPA) is preferred
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP for non-profits is required 
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel), accounting software (e.g. FUND EZ, NetSuite), and third party payroll system (Paycom, ADP). 
• Excellent critical thinking as well as analytical skills and close attention to details
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Gmail, G-Suite, Power BI
• Knowledge of FundEz, Avidxchange, banking software 
• Possesses exceptional organizational skills and is an effective time manager and multi-tasker
• Displays the ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Clearance for fingerprint and criminal background check

It is the policy of FLACS to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color,  religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizenship status, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex) or prior record of arrest or convictions (except as provided bylaw), and to maintain an environment  free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation, as required by civil rights law.