Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
About the Role:
We’re a family-owned and operated network of private childcare centers in Metro Atlanta seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee finance, operations, facilities, HR, and technology across our growing organization.
This is a high-responsibility, high-impact leadership role ideal for someone with deep experience in small business operations, financial administration, and a passion for supporting early education.
Key Responsibilities:
💰 Financial Administration
Full-cycle accounting: AP, AR, payroll, P&L, budgeting
Tuition collection & reconciliation (QuickBooks Online)
Supply purchasing & cost control
🏢 Facilities & Vendor Management
Oversee maintenance, repairs, inspections
Manage all vendor relationships and contracts
💻 Technology Oversight
Maintain computers, Wi-Fi, cameras, access systems, printers
Manage AI tools and childcare software platforms
👥 Leadership & HR
Support 100+ employees across multiple sites
Help elevate workplace culture and operational standards
Oversee hiring and personnel compliance
🏫 Childcare Industry Knowledge
Familiarity with early education standards & licensing
Works directly with directors to support center excellence
📈 Traction (EOS) Execution
Participate in leadership meetings
Execute priorities, track KPIs, and drive results
Requirements:
5+ years in financial ops, preferably in childcare, education, or franchise
Strong in QuickBooks, Excel, Office Suite, and tech troubleshooting
Comfortable working full time and traveling to centers
Pass background, credit, and employment checks
Sign confidentiality agreement
Provide references and salary history
Compensation:
Based on experience and performance
Growth opportunities in a thriving, values-based organization
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.