Founded in 1929, John Thomas Dye School (JTD) is a private, nonsectarian, coeducational elementary school in Los Angeles, California. The school serves 336 students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 with approximately 85 full-time faculty and staff. JTD is located on an 11-acre campus in the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
JTD stands at a pivotal moment as it embarks on a transformative capital campaign and construction project.
The Controller is responsible for leading core financial operations of the School, with a strong emphasis on monthly close, financial reporting, all audit requirements, tax reporting, misc. financial compliance, student tuition and fee billing, and general financial management. As a strategic partner to the Director of Finance (DOF), the Controller will also play a key role in verifying accuracy of contributions receivable in partnership with the Advancement Department, liaising with the Parents’ Association on financial matters, serving as a member of the Financial Assistance Committee, and attending committee meetings of the Board of Trustees to support the DOF with documentation and minutes. This position supervises the Business Office support staff to ensure accurate and timely financial data for decision-making and compliance.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; a CPA or MBA is preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience required.
• 2+ yrs of Supervision/Management experience required.
• Have experience in an independent school or non-profit setting (preferred).
• Demonstrate the ability to supervise employees and foster a positive team environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency with required technology and software, including Blackbaud (dual-entry accounting software), MacOS, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, ADP (or similar HRIS), and cloud-based software solutions.
• Intermediate to advanced spreadsheet skills required (Google Sheets and Excel).
• Exhibit strong time management skills and the ability to navigate conflicting priorities effectively.
• Apply critical thinking with strong attention to detail; identify problems, resolve issues, and make thoughtful recommendations.
• Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Maintain and secure sensitive and confidential information in verbal, written, printed, and electronic formats.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively, empathically, and professionally (both verbally and in writing) with faculty, staff, vendors, parents, guests, and visitors.
• Show a commitment to fostering a positive school community, collaborating with colleagues, and supporting the broader mission of the School.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $135,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year
  Work Location: In perso