Controller

• Location: Dallas, TX
• The mission of Dallas Theological Seminary as a professional, graduate-level school is to glorify God by equipping godly servant-leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide.
• For more information, read more about our mission here and also read or hear about our core values.

Job Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Business Office, overseeing the general ledger, cash management, accounts payable, corporate credit card, student accounts, departmental financial needs, processing of gift transactions, the monthly board reports, and annual fiscal year audit preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operation of the business office with direct Supervision of 9 employees

Daily cash management, including managing banking relationships, system administration of online banking, approval of banking transactions.

Review monthly bank reconciliations

Month end closing, including review of journal entries, review of financial reports for accuracy, review of restricted balances, etc.

Review of financial information prepared by Assistant Controller for all filings and ensure timely filings are completed for all federal and state filings.

Overseeing all sources of incoming cash to the Seminary and payments, such as credit card merchant accounts, student payment methods, donations, etc.

Maintain the chart of accounts

Oversee the year end close process

Support the gift entry team in ensuring proper accounting for donor restrictions and donor system reconciliation with the finance system.

Support the student accounts team in ensuring student transactions and payments are functioning appropriately and effectively.

Support the accounts payable and credit card/expense reimbursement team in ensuring departmental needs are met, payments are made regularly, and the systems are operating effectively for the Seminary.

Provide oversight for the Foundation accounting functions, including review of bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reports.

Primary contact for the annual audit for the Seminary and Foundation and prepare all financial information for the audit including preparation of audit schedules, review of audit schedules prepared by other members of the business office, research and correct general ledger based on appropriate accounting principles, etc.

Respond to inquiries regarding financial information or budget from multiple departments.

Draw down of funds for the Federal Direct Loan Program and Federal Work Study. Prepare monthly reconciliation of draw downs.

Oversee the internal controls for all significant financial transactions, ensuring the safeguarding of the assets and employees of the Seminary. Maintain the documentation of processes and update as appropriate.

Required Skills/Abilities

• High level of understanding of accounting principles
• Strong computer skills and willingness to learn new technology
• Decision making skills when dealing with new and unusual items
• Ability to multi task and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to communicate well and interact professionally with others.
• Must be a team player, positive attitude, and servant-hearted.
• Ability to identify and implement improvements to current processes
• Experienced in using Microsoft based systems including Excel and Word

Education and Experience

Account degree required. CPA preferred. 5+ years accounting experience

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.