Controller

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Are you a strategic financial expert ready to make a meaningful impact? We're seeking a dynamic Controller to lead the financial operations of a respected nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives across our community. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll be the cornerstone of financial integrity—overseeing everything from audits and allocations to investments and internal controls.

This is more than just a numbers role. You'll collaborate with passionate leaders, guide a talented team, and shape the financial future of initiatives that truly matter. If you're a CPA, on the path to becoming one, or bring amazing experience to the table—we want you.

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Position title: Controller

Position Report To: Chief Financial Officer

FLSA status: Exempt

Position Summary:

Responsible for the financial integrity of the organization, including grants and subsidiaries, if applicable.

Responsibilities:

Administration

· Responsible for updates of accounting policies and procedures

· Preparation of annual UWCA Allocation Request for board approval

· Manage the annual tax return completion process, with direct responsibility for coordinating and collaborating with the external tax return provider.

· Review approval of UWCA payroll and related entries.

· Oversee and manage the endowment/investments, certificates of deposit, corporate assistance accounts, UWCA funded initiatives.

· Oversee accounts payable process, including review and approve check runs, ACH payments, and monthly reconciliations.

· Coordinate and supervise special projects from CFO.

· Review and approve monthly closing for agencies & UWCA.

· Responsible for annual renewal of sales tax exemptions for all entities

· Review employee time allocation monthly to ensure compliance with organizational objectives.

Monthly Agency Allocation Process

· Review and approve monthly agency allocation payment and reporting process.

· Research and answer confirmation requests from agency auditors.

Banking Function

· Oversee banking functions, including payment activity, account authorizations, internal controls, reconciliation, and review.

General Ledger

· Maintain chart of accounts and code all new account numbers to reports.

· Balance & prepare journal entries as necessary for corrections or re-class after analytical review.

· Review and approve purchase orders in accordance with workflows.

· Review and approve all entries made by direct reports.

· Review deferred salary entries and amounts to be paid yearly.

· Prepare or review standard monthly entries as needed.

· Prepare budget entries for input into accounting software to assist in financial reporting.

· Maintain budget changes within line items as needed throughout the year.

Financial Statements and Audit

· Communicate close-out deadlines for year end and monthly reports.

· Supervise approval of monthly and quarterly financial statements, which include, balance reports monthly, analyze and explain variances to budgeted amounts

· Coordinate supporting schedules with direct-reports and Grant Controller and approve footnotes.

· Supervise and prepare PBC audit schedules & work with auditors.

· After the audit is complete, roll the year in MIP and enter bank holidays.

Loans & Advances

· Maintain all loans and advances to agencies, drafting agreements with signatures as needed.

· Follow and document policies as needed.

· Maintenance and calculations of amortization schedules if applicable

· Analyze agency A/R with Sr. VP Agency Impact monthly and take actions, as necessary.

Other Duties as Assigned

Qualification:

Knowledge and Skills:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business field, CPA preferred.

Experience:

Five or more years of accounting experience. Management experience is necessary. Experience with non-profits a plus. Audit experience is also a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel. Experience with MIP Abila accounting software is a plus as well.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment with occasional overtime

Other:

Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.

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Posted 7.3.2025