Controller - Rockhurst High School

At Rockhurst High School, we’ve been shaping young men for lives of leadership and service since 1910. Rooted in Jesuit values, our school community is committed to academic excellence, spiritual growth, and social responsibility. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Controller to join our dynamic team and ensure the financial stewardship that supports our mission.

As a key member of the Business Office, the Controller will report directly to the Vice President of Administration/Chief Financial Officer. This full-time, exempt position will be responsible for guiding the school’s financial operations, ensuring that Rockhurst’s resources are managed with integrity, efficiency, and foresight.

• Oversee the daily operations of the Business Office, providing backup support for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.
• Lead the hiring, training, and performance evaluations of accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Coordinate the implementation of accounting systems, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial processes, policies, and data management.
• Manage the administration of the school’s financial aid program, including evaluating third-party recommendations and making final award decisions.
• Supervise the design, implementation, and maintenance of the school’s accounting software (Blackbaud), ensuring seamless financial operations.
• Compile, analyze, and prepare financial information for journal entries, and conduct monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
• Conduct financial analyses of investments, lease/buy options, and programs to provide insights for sound decision-making.
• Assist in preparing, monitoring, and forecasting the school’s annual budget in collaboration with the CFO.
• Oversee the distribution of monthly general ledger reports to budget managers and account holders.
• Help prepare quarterly financial reports for the Finance Committee and Board of Trustees.
• Coordinate the annual audit process, managing inventory, depreciation schedules, work papers, financial statement preparation, and debt compliance.
• Administer the school’s retirement plans, monitor contributions, and oversee the audit of the 403(b) plan.
• Manage bad debt reserves, write-offs, and collections to safeguard the school’s assets.
• Ensure compliance with IRS and vendor 1099 reporting requirements.
• Supervise the Purchasing Card program, maintaining oversight of school expenditures.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience, preferably in an educational or non-profit environment.
• Strong computer literacy and experience with Blackbaud or equivalent software.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact diplomatically with diverse members of the Rockhurst community.

OMNI is honored to be retained in this search. We appreciate your referrals to professionals who may have an interest in this outstanding opportunity. Please direct all inquiries to: 

OMNI Human Resource Solutions

Anna Robinson, Senior Consultant – arobinson@omnihrm.com

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