Controller

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for supporting the core accounting functions of the agency, including the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting and Auditing Standards (GAAS). Provides day-to-day oversight of accounting operations, supports accurate and timely financial reporting, and assists with budgeting, reconciliations, and compliance activities. Supervises accounting staff and partners with the Director of Financial Operations to maintain effective accounting processes and internal controls.

This role is designed to provide development and exposure to higher-level accounting leadership responsibilities, with the potential to grow into a Director role over time based on performance, organizational needs, and demonstrated readiness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the month-end close and financial reporting process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and draft financial statements.
• Supervises accounting staff and provides guidance, training, and timely feedback.
• Ensures assigned accounting activities comply with applicable standards and established policies; escalate issues and complex matters to the Director of Financial Operations as needed.
• Provides support for the annual operating budget and annual capital expenditure budget, including preparation of schedules, analysis, and reporting support.
• Prepares and reviews monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses and assists with monitoring financial performance at the department or program level.
• Compiles financial data and supporting schedules to assist leadership with cash flow monitoring and financial decision-making.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts, ensuring reconciliations are completed timely, supported with appropriate documentation, and reviewed according to established procedures. Identifies and resolves discrepancies and escalates unresolved issues as appropriate.
• Maintains accounting schedules related to revenue, vendor contracts, and leases, ensuring accurate tracking and timely recording in accordance with established accounting policies.
• Coordinates with internal departments to obtain required documentation and flags items requiring additional review.
• Stays current on accounting best practices and regulatory requirements and assists with maintaining alignment of accounting procedures with GAAP and applicable local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Supports documentation of accounting procedures and recommends updates or improvements to the Director of Financial Operations.
• Identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies within existing systems and workflows.
• Perform other related task as required for the Director of Financial Operations.
• Assists with implementing process improvements, standardizing schedules, and enhancing reporting tools to support the Finance team.
• Fosters an environment that is curious, continuous learning, collaborative, and customer focused (both internal and external stakeholders).