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Nelson Connects

Financial Controller

Nelson Connects, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409

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Base pay range $157,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

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Executive Recruiter with an Expertise in Building Collaborative Relationships, Connecting Company's and Talent in Northern California! Seeking a positive attitude, school experience is a plus. Key qualities: straightforward, logical, energetic, problem-solver, critical thinker.

Culture: very collaborative, community-focused. Hybrid flexability after 6 months and flexible hours.

What you’ll be doing:

Overseeing daily accounting operations and managing a team of 3

Coordinating monthly close, generating GAAP financial statements, and preparing reports for leadership, board, and finance committee

Leading the annual audit process and ensuring clean audit opinions

Managing endowment accounting, cash flows, and all tax filings

Implementing and maintaining accounting policies, internal controls, and best practices

Supporting financial operations for school programs and initiatives

What you need:

10–15 years of accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years as an Accounting Manager or Controller

Strong fund accounting experience; educational institution experience preferred

Expertise with accounting systems (FENXT preferred) and GAAP reporting

CPA is a plus

Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and handle sensitive information professionally

Why it’s awesome:

Collaborative, community-focused environment where staff engage with school life

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact while leading and mentoring a skilled finance team

At Nelson Connects, we’re committed to creating meaningful connections between top-tier talent and impactful organizations. Our partnerships are built on trust, transparency, and a dedication to long-term success—for both our clients and candidates. We’re proud to support this critical hire and excited to connect you to a role where your expertise can make a real difference.

Please reach out if you would like to learn more!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education and Education Administration Programs

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