Controller

Follow your passion 

Are you looking to make a BIG impact? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission.

Currently, we operate multiple elementary, middle, and high schools in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens. We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Join our growing team today, and be a change agent for children.

Our Network office is located at 401 W. 218th St., New York, NY 10034. Our Network team follows a hybrid work schedule: we work in-person from our office on Tuesday and Thursdays with optional remote days on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, if your team’s scope of work permits.

Deliver powerful results 

To achieve our vision, we are searching for a Controller who is a CPA with a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 7 years of experience with a proven record of accounting leadership and problem solving. In the Controller role, you will lead Zeta’s accounting function to ensure that we have the financial freedom and flexibility to build a world-class, scaling organization and afford all the necessary resources for excellent programming for our students. The Finance and Accounting Team drives financial operations and strategies that ensure that Zeta is able to operate existing schools, open new schools, and continue to grow towards our biggest goals.

Responsibilities:

• Enhance, develop, and implement fiscal policies and procedures for the organization to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
• Coordinate with auditors conducting annual audits of our financial records
• Manage our accounting, purchasing, and payroll systems
• Oversee our per pupil invoicing and revenue collection efforts 
• Prepare and supervise the preparation of financial reports
• Manage public and private grants in conjunction with our Family Outreach & Enrollment team
• Supervise staff accountants in reviewing, posting, and processing a variety of financial, payroll, and audit documents
• Manage public and private grants and ensure that our documentation of grant-related expenses is complete and in compliance with grant requirements
• Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean scale-up team, supporting the work of others on the team and taking on new projects and tasks as needed

Join our purpose-driven community