Controller

Reports To: Executive Director of Catholic Cemeteries

Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00am 5pm (Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet organization goals and deadlines)

FLSA Status: Exempt. Full-time

Summary: The Controller is responsible for providing oversight of all financial accounting budgeting investing auditing and reporting for Catholic Cemeteries for the Archdiocese of San Antonio. This position works closely with the Executive Director to develop and implement financial policies internal controls and financial compliance in the areas of business operations risk management and benefit plan management for Catholic Cemeteries for the Archdiocese of San Antonio.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee prepare and implementation of the Catholic Cemeteries master budget and related entities.
• Ensure the Office maintains financial record systems in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and USCCB (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops) Diocesan Internal Controls framework.
• Oversee prepare and disseminate the monthly and annual financial statements.
• Manage cash flow and investing of operating funds.
• Oversee annual financial audit including selection and management of external audit firm and coordination with Executive Director.
• Oversee and execute quarterly and annual tax preparation and filings.
• Prepares all federal and state compliance filings.
• Motivate personnel by leading by example resolving issues and making sound decisions.
• Ensure the mission vision values and priorities of Catholic Cemeteries for the Archdiocese of San Antonio are communicated clearly and carried out effectively efficiently and collaboratively within the organization.
• In collaboration and consultation with the Executive Director establish and implement strategic short- and long-term office goals plans objectives policies and operating procedures.
• Coordinate with Executive Director and Cemetery Managers to develop long-range budget strategy.
• Develop and maintain internal control policies for operations at Catholic Cemeteries for the Archdiocese of San Antonio and its entities.
• Advise Executive Director on matters related to investment strategies and cash flow requirements.
• Review financial plans for entities Capital Projects construction and renovation projects other.
• Evaluate and maintain relationships with banks and investment firms.
• Provide financial and operational training to Managers of Catholic Cemeteries for the Archdiocese of San Antonio.
• Prepare reports with recommendations to Executive Director and Managers for correcting unsatisfactory conditions and for improving operations using extensive business knowledge and experience.
• Provide assistance guidance and recommendations to Managers in fiscal management and administration including but not limited to analyzing all financial statements and supporting documents daily quarterly annually and as needed to provide adequate assurance on accuracy of transactions via phone calls emails and office visits. Provides recommendations on reclassing and adjusting journal entries.
• Prepare special schedules and reports as needed for management including financial statements year-end reconciliations and cost and pricing calculations.
• Communicate with managers via phone calls emails and office visits regarding monthly closing year-end closing and budget preparation and submission.
• Adhere to safety training and protocols daily and take precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self and others.
• Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization to include but not limited to client names and information services rendered to clients donors names and gifts internal and external investigations or results of any investigations and financial information
• Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory
• Every employee must take a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings and be a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in accounting or finance

Experience:

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in supervision of all accounting functions including accounts payable accounts receivable general ledger financial reporting tax compliance and financial auditing. Must have significant cost accounting experience.

License and Credentials:

• CPA Preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver license
• Valid vehicle insurance

Minimum Knowledge and Skills:

• Expert knowledge and ability to adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for nonprofits.
• Expert knowledge of federal state and county tax codes and exemptions relevant to religious nonprofits.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat. Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are required.
• Hands-on experience and detailed knowledge of accounting software.
• Must have excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to plan and organize work assignments.
• Strong management skills with ability to support lead motivate personnel and initiatives;
• Must be detail oriented organized self-motivated work well independently and in a team.
• Must have good written and verbal skills.
• Must have effective interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive working relationships.
• Must have experience in training and developing others.
• Must have good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

Travel Requirements: Travel requirements for the position include 10% local and 5% overnight.