Controller

About Affinitas Education Affinitas Education partners with founders and educators to build and strengthen exceptional international and bilingual schools. With a growing network of more than 30 schools across seven countries, Affinitas combines global expertise with respect for each school's local identity, empowering schools to deliver outstanding educational experiences and build sustainable communities. Through leadership development, professional training, infrastructure investment, and innovation, Affinitas supports schools in strengthening their operations while preserving what makes each school unique. Our federated model brings together talented educators and business leaders to help schools be great, together. About the Opportunity The Controller, U.S. & Canada, is a key financial leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and effectiveness of accounting and financial reporting across Affinitas Education's North American operations. This role ensures that financial information is reliable, timely, and actionable, supporting informed decisions across a diverse network of schools and business entities. The Controller will oversee core accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, budgeting support, internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Working closely with regional leadership, school-level teams, and the broader Affinitas finance organization, the Controller will help establish consistent financial processes and reporting practices across the region. About You A strong accounting leader — You have a solid technical accounting foundation and take pride in accurate, timely, and reliable financial reporting. Detail oriented — You understand that sound financial decisions depend on complete, consistent, and well-organized information. A process improver — You look for ways to simplify workflows, strengthen controls, and make accounting operations more efficient. Analytical and solutions oriented — You investigate variances, identify root causes, and work proactively to resolve issues. A clear communicator — You can explain financial results, accounting requirements, and complex issues in a way that others can understand and act on. Collaborative by nature — You build trusted relationships with regional leadership, school administrators, and finance colleagues across different locations. A hands-on problem solver — You take ownership of challenges and follow them through to resolution. Mission driven — You understand that reliable financial operations help schools focus on what matters most: students, families, and educators. What You Will Be Doing Accounting & Financial Reporting Oversee accounting operations and financial reporting for U.S. and Canadian operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent financial information. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including general ledger reviews, reconciliations, financial statements, and multi-entity reporting. Establish standardized accounting practices and reporting procedures across North American operations. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis Partner with regional leadership and school teams on budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow monitoring, and financial planning. Analyze financial results against budgets and forecasts, identify trends and variances, and provide actionable insights to support decision-making. Develop reporting packages and dashboards that improve visibility into financial performance across schools and entities. Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to safeguard assets and promote accountability. Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. and Canadian accounting standards, tax requirements, and financial reporting obligations. Coordinate external audits and support tax filings, regulatory reporting, and the resolution of identified risks or control gaps. Systems, Processes & Operational Excellence Improve accounting workflows, reporting processes, and financial systems to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and consistency. Identify opportunities to reduce manual work, standardize procedures, and implement scalable processes that support organizational growth. Partner with school and operational teams to improve financial data collection, documentation, and adherence to established procedures. Team & Stakeholder Partnership Support and develop finance and accounting colleagues, establishing clear responsibilities, expectations, and accountability. Build strong working relationships with school leadership, regional executives, the broader Affinitas finance team, and external financial partners. Communicate financial issues proactively, recommend solutions, and share best practices while recognizing the needs of individual schools and jurisdictions. Compensation: $165,000 to $185,000 Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation strongly preferred. Relevant experience in accounting, financial reporting, and controllership. Significant experience in accounting, financial reporting, and controllership, ideally in a multi-entity or multi-location organization. Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience overseeing the month-end and year-end close processes. Benefits Affinitas Education America (AEA) offers a competitive benefits package for regional and central office staff, including: Medical, dental and vision Insurance plans Disability & Paid Family Leave benefits PTO: 15 vacation days per calendar year (120 hours), 12 sick days per calendar year (96 hours), 11 paid holidays annually Paid winter office closure from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day, subject to role requirements 401(k) plan available