Controller

OUR MISSION: EMPOWERING PEOPLE TO CHANGE THEIR LIVES AND EXIT POVERTY

BY PROVIDING VITAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP.

Our Vision: All people are respected for their infinite worth and supported to envision and reach a positive future.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Controller will oversee all financial Grant and accounting activities ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial operations. This role is critical in support the CFO and the Agencys leadership by providing accurate financial data analysis and strategic insights. The Controller will manage the accounting team ensuring compliance with all financial policies and procedures and will be responsible for the preparation of financial statements budgeting forecasting and financial reporting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or a related field; CPA preferred.
• Prior experience with nonprofit accounting grant management and Federal grant requirements is required.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting standards.
• Non-profit or Grant accounting experience is desired.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS

• Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver license and insured vehicle available for use on the job and satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.
• Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment.
• Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.
• Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Performs data input and utilizes a calculator with speed and accuracy.
• Demonstrated skills working with personal computers databases accounting software and financial management systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Accounting Systems and Operations

• Maintains expert knowledge of GAAP OMB Uniform Administrative Requirements and cost principles of agency grant agreements and awards while applying the information to oversee accounting functions.
• Supervises Finance staff and ensures adequacy of agency internal controls and procedures related to grant activity accounting and reporting.
• Manages the following accounting operations: Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll Fixed Assets General Ledger Accounting and Revenue Recognition and Grants management.
• Organizes plans prepares and oversees all tasks related to month and year-end accounting and reporting including: the 401(k) audit the annual audit preparation of data for financial statements and the completion of the agencys 990 reporting.

Financial Oversight and Internal Controls

• Maintains up to date and accurate cash flows and budget to actuals reports.
• Applies advanced accounting theory and accounting and management skills to develop and implement agency accounting policies procedures and use of systems all while ensuring accuracy the control of data and the expenditure of funds.
• Oversees the maintenance of accounting controls and the preparation of prescribed reports.
• Prepares analyses to evaluate risk and then makes evidence-based suggestions and/or develops alternatives and recommends agency action.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Collaborates with Program Directors to prepare grant budget.
• Monitors grant budget performance and provide variance analysis.
• Develops and maintain grant forecasting analysis.

Reports and Communication

• Proposes journal entries to adjust and correct agency accounts per analyses and reconciliations and assigns to accounting staff for input. Reviews and posts all transactions recorded in accounting system.
• Assists in preparation of monthly agency-wide financial statements and quarterly financials for presentation to the Board of Directors.
• Presents Data and Financials to the board of Directors in the CFOs Absence.
• Coordinates and directs the preparation of financial forecasts and report variances.
• Develops reports for use in management decision-making.
• Prepares analyses requested by the CFO to aid in financial management of the agency; recognize issues that should be raised and prepares data for presentation to the CFO using own initiative.
• Engages with others using respect and positive communication at all times.

Team Leadership and Development

• Leads mentors and develops the accounting team.
• Fosters a positive and collaborative team environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises approximately 16 or more employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities for this position include interviewing hiring and training employees as well as planning assigning and directing their work and appraising their performance. The Controller is also responsible for rewarding and disciplining employees when applicable and addressing their complaints to resolution.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision close vision peripheral vision depth perception color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for handling office equipment i.e. keyboard mouse stapler copy and fax machine etc.
• Incidental driving tasks may be requested for employees with a personal vehicle and proof of current auto insurance.
• Generally proceeds independently in accordance with Agency policies guidelines and initiatives.
• Mobility within the office and between agency sites required.
• Able to remain calm during situations where staff or clients may be escalated.
• Able to mitigate stress associated with a busy office and deadlines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent/Occasional driving.
• Indoor office work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
• Working with coworkers/clients over the phone remote and in-person.
• Occasional noise and distractions in work spaces.
• Occasional remote work as needed. This position primarily requires on-site work.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines including evenings and weekends.

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender expression age veterans and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position please notify a member of our team at .ease contact Human Resources at or call to ask for a HR Team Member.