Assistant Controller

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our finance team. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and enhance our financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and supporting strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience with financial reporting, and a passion for mentoring team members. Join us to contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional financial management within a vibrant, mission-driven organization.

Duties

• Manage and oversee the general ledger accounting processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulatory compliance standards such as SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act).
• Prepare accurate financial statements, reports, and analyses that support organizational decision-making.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and accounts payable/receivable management to maintain data integrity.
• Lead or assist with audits, internal controls, and compliance reviews related to governmental accounting and non-profit accounting practices.
• Utilize financial software such as PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, Quicken, and other financial systems to streamline operations and improve reporting accuracy.
• Mentor junior accounting staff by providing guidance on technical accounting issues like double-entry bookkeeping, VLOOKUP functions in spreadsheets, and financial concepts such as accrual accounting and cash flow analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Extensive experience in accounting and finance roles with a focus on corporate or non-profit sectors.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance, securities law, governmental accounting standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency with accounting software including PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, Excel (including data analysis tools like VLOOKUP), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial statement preparation, financial report writing and interpretation, budget development, forecasting, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Experience with LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) programs or similar regulatory environments is a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to perform detailed financial analysis and interpret complex financial data accurately.
• Proven ability to mentor team members effectively while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Join us to make an impactful difference through precise financial management! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your expertise can thrive while supporting our organizational growth.

Pay: $79,516.37 - $95,761.65 per year

Work Location: In person