Overview

Description: Position OverviewDavidson Academy is seeking a Christ-following, motivated, organized, detail-oriented, Controller/Director of Financial Services. This leadership role is integral to ensuring the school's finances and other support services function effectively for all programs and activities. The ideal candidate has a background in accounting and finance and understands the innerworkings of maintaining and improving HR and IT systems.Davidson Academy is an Infant-12th grade Christian private school located in Nashville, TN. Serving a diverse student population from Davidson County and the surrounding counties, we believe in the Biblical-based instruction of preparing our students for college, life, and eternity. All Davidson Academy personnel must adhere to our statements of faith. Key Responsibilities Planning Coordinate the creation of the annual budget, as well as testing it for achievability Calculate variances between actual and budgeted results, and report the reasons for the variances to management Develop a system of performance metrics that support the company's strategic directionOperations Manage the accounting, information technology (IT), and human resources departments Managed full-cycle onboarding for new hires, coordinating paperwork, orientation, and system setup to ensure a smooth first-day experience and compliance from day one. Administered employee benefits programs including enrollment, changes, and terminations, serving as the primary point of contact for employee questions and carrier coordination. Advised staff and leadership on employee relations matters, resolving concerns, mediating conflicts, and promoting a positive, policy-consistent workplace culture. Prepared and issued employment contracts and renewals, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and alignment with organizational policy and applicable regulations. Maintained and updated the employee handbook, communicating policy changes across the organization and ensuring staff acknowledgment and understanding. Developed and revised job descriptions across departments to accurately reflect role responsibilities, requirements, and reporting structures. Administered pay plans and compensation structures, ensuring internal equity, market alignment, and consistent application across positions. Led recruiting efforts including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, and candidate communication to fill open positions with qualified talent. Administered the organization's retirement plan, managing enrollments, contributions, and compliance while coordinating with plan providers. Maintained accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation, ensuring data integrity and compliance with retention requirements. Prepared and submitted required regulatory and compliance reports accurately and on deadline, maintaining adherence to federal and state employment regulations. Oversee the activities of any supplier to which functions have been outsourced Participate in the functions and decisions of the executive management team Implement operational best practices throughout his or her areas of responsibilityFinancial Information Manage the operations of the accounting department Maintain a system of accounting policies and procedures Verify that supplier invoices should be paid, and pay them by the designated due date, taking early payment discounts where this is economical to do so Collect accounts receivable promptly Process payroll information with minimal errors, and issue compensation payments to employees by scheduled pay dates Record cash receipts in a timely manner and deposit them promptly Complete bank reconciliations for all bank accounts at regular intervals Operate an adequate accounting software package Maintain a chart of accounts that fulfills the record keeping needs of the business Maintain a comprehensive system of controls over all accounting functions Oversee the compilation of financial information