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CFS

Controller - School District Experience Required

Pay: $105,000/yr

Posted: 07/08/2026

Location: Warwick, RI (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.

$156,896 / year median in Rhode Island

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Controller

School District Experience Required CFS
4.0 Warwick, RI Job Details $100,000
$110,000 a year 18 hours ago Qualifications VLOOKUP function School experience Financial close processing Financial data reconciliation Financial performance report preparation Public school experience Bachelor's degree Accounting and finance experience Closing the books Audit support Excel data analysis Full Job Description Controller (School District Experience Required) CFS has partnered with a public-sector educational organization in seeking an experienced REMOTE Interim Controller to provide leadership and hands-on accounting support during a critical fiscal year-end and audit period.

This individual will serve as a key resource to the finance team and must be able to step in quickly with minimal training.

Job Title:

Controller Location:

Hybrid in Warwick, RI or remote, depending on candidate's location

Salary Range:

$100,000

$110,000 Controller Responsibilities Lead and support year-end close activities and audit preparation.

Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports. Run and analyze reports for auditors and state reporting requirements. Support AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting functions. Provide guidance to accounting staff and help resolve accounting and system-related questions. Ensure proper account classifications and support overall financial operations. Controller Qualifications MUST have direct accounting experience within a K-12 school district or school system. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Strong experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end/year-end close, and audits. Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach. Ability to work independently and support multiple stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Munis ERP software. Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting leadership experience. Experience in union and non-union environments. #INJUL2026