Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced financial controller, or comptroller, to undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures. Finance controller responsibilities will include financial risk management. The ideal candidate has experience in both non-profit and for profit work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following :

Oversee daily operations of the accounting department, including A / P, A / R, and general ledger activities.

Supervise and support Accountants, Accounts Payable personnel, and Payroll personnel.

Prepare schedules and documentation for annual financial audits or grant audits.

Ensure deadlines for month-end and year-end close are met.

Ensure accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed consistently.

Review reconciliations, payroll, and financial statements prepared by accounting staff before they are finalized by the Controller.

Oversee journal entries and monitor GL postings to ensure accuracy.

Coordinate data collection from program managers for budget preparation.

Consolidate budget drafts and prepare working documents for the Controller’s review.

Manage user access and training for accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks).

Troubleshoot and optimize accounting workflows within systems.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Proven working experience as a Financial controller

5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience

Advanced degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures

Experience with creating financial statements

Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end / year end close process

Excellent accounting software user and administration skills