Description
CONTROLLER
Wage Range: $92,000 - $99,000
Work Location: Onsite, Exempt
Power the Business Behind the Mission
Texas Public Radio (TPR) is seeking a strategic, collaborative and detail-oriented
Controller to lead the organization’s accounting and financial operations while ensuring
accuracy, compliance and sound financial stewardship.
Based in San Antonio, this leader will oversee accounting operations, financial
reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, internal controls and compliance. You'll partner
with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to provide financial insight, guide
resource allocation and strengthen processes that support organizational goals.
Whether you're leading financial reporting and audits, managing budgets and forecasts,
supporting department leaders, or improving financial processes and controls, your
work will help ensure the organization’s financial health and long-term success.
What You'll Do
Oversees and manages the organization’s accounting operations, including recording
cash receipts, general ledger activity, financial reporting, reconciliations, and monthend/
year-end close processes.
Prepares, analyzes and presents consolidated financial statements, budget reports,
forecasts and financial analyses to executive leadership.
Exercises independent judgment in interpreting and applying Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial policies and regulatory requirements.
Supervises and reviews the work of accounting support staff, including Accounts
Payable functions, to ensure accuracy, compliance and operational efficiency.
Coordinates annual financial audits, prepares audit schedules and supporting
documentation and serves as the primary liaison with external auditors.
Partners with HR Manager on employee benefit administration as needed and
produces billing reconciliations compared to employee deductions.
Manages organizational insurance renewals and evaluates coverage needs related to
liability, workers’ compensation, directors and officers (D&O), and related policies.
Maintains fixed asset records, depreciation schedules and lease accounting schedules
in accordance with accounting standards.
Ensures compliance with federal, state and local financial reporting requirements,
including preparation and review of IRS Form 1099 reporting.
Provides financial guidance and support to department leaders to assist with
operational planning, grant budgeting and resource allocation.
Maintains confidentiality of sensitive financial, payroll and employee benefit information
while demonstrating professionalism and sound business judgment.
Identifies opportunities to improve financial processes, internal controls and operational
efficiencies across the organization.
Performs other finance and administrative leadership duties as assigned in support of
organizational goals and objectives.
Participates appropriately in TPR fundraising, sponsorship activities and live events.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays
Employer-paid Medical and Dental Insurance
Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
2% SIMPLE IRA contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Downtown parking provided
How to Apply
Please submit:
Cover Letter
Resume
Professional References
Salary Requirements
Email application materials to hr@tpr.org.
Please indicate where you learned about this position. No phone calls, please.
Texas Public Radio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a workplace that
reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
5+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, with
experience in a Controller or similar leadership role.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and
internal controls.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement when handling
sensitive financial and employee information.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information
clearly to executive leadership and non-financial stakeholders.
Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
Experience with grant accounting, budgeting or financial reporting.
