Controller

ABOUT ST. ANNE'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

St. Anne's Episcopal School is a vibrant, independent, preschool-8th grade co-educational school located in the heart of the Denver metro area, serving approximately 450 students. Our school culture fosters a sense of belonging and community, builds character, and pursues academic scholarship, all rooted in our values of curiosity, humility, faith, compassion, and service. We are a supportive community that provides a program where students can thrive academically, athletically, spiritually, artistically, emotionally, and socially. We build character and integrity upon a spiritual, moral, and ethical foundation and strive to foster the development of people who make significant and lasting contributions to society.

MISSION

Grounded in our founding values, we cultivate a community of curious and compassionate learners who are inspired to serve and enrich our world.

VALUES

Community, Curiosity, Faith, Compassion, Humility

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Controller is a key financial steward of the school and a critical partner to the Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO). This role oversees the integrity of all accounting operations, tuition billing, payroll, accounts payable, and cash management while contributing to budget development, financial analysis, system improvements, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative approach in a small, high-performing business office.

REPORTING STRUCTURE:

• Reports to CFOO
• Key member of a lean three-person Business Office (CFOO, Controller, HR Director)
• Collaborates closely with Admissions, Development, Facilities, and Leadership Team

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

FINANCIAL & GENERAL ACCOUNTING

• Maintain and oversee general ledger accuracy in Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT; ensure compliance with GAAP and school policies.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations, financial schedules, and support the CFOO with financial reporting and budgeting.
• Support annual financial and 403(b) audits by preparing workpapers, schedules, and documentation.
• Recommend process and system improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.

TUITION BILLING & FACTS MANAGEMENT

• Manage all aspects of tuition billing through FACTS, including new enrollments, re-enrollment deposits, contract changes, and financial aid adjustments.
• Coordinate with Enrollment Management to ensure clean