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Controller

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Cumberland School Department

Cumberland, RI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Controller Cumberland School Department Cumberland School Department - Cumberland, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job Details
Job ID:
5766312
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Jun 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Jun 22, 2026 Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Controller reports to the Director of Finance and performs or directs financial duties within the department. The essential duties and responsibilities of the position include without limitation the following:
  • Responsible for the overall operation, supervision, coordination and evaluation of the Accounting/Financial Reporting and Payroll o o Departments, Accounts Payable, and Federal Medicare Reimbursement Program
  • Assures the accurate and timely completion of work within the department and that it is accomplished in accordance with District policies and applicable city, state and federal laws.
  • Responsible for the accuracy of the data maintained in the District's financial software system.
  • Assures compliance with and assists, as necessary, in the preparation of all regulatory agency reports including; Federal, State, City, and Department of Education.
Examples of reports are:
UCOA, GAAP, GASB, Single Audit, OMB A-133 and School Committee Year End Projections.
  • Work closely with the Special Education department to ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations regarding Medicaid reimbursement claims
  • Oversee cash control and disbursement reconciliations, student activity account reconciliations and analysis.
  • Assist in ongoing development of technology systems associated with each department.
  • Develop and maintain an extensive inventory of complex budget preparation spreadsheets, reports, instructions and systems that are used in developing the district's annual budgets.
  • Assist the Director of Finance and other designated staff in the preparation of annual budgets and other related activities.
  • Coordinate and control all payroll activity in accordance with bargaining unit contracts, administrative policies and IRS regulations including the Affordable Care Act.
  • Control and maintain fiscal systems, recommend appropriate changes and arrange and coordinate city, state, and federal audits.
  • All other duties assigned by the Director of Finance.
Position Type:
Full-time