Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) believes in investing in the community but we realize that starts with our staff. You see it in our people our relationships with each other and our partnerships within the community. Our passion and commitment to serving the community and each other is key to our organizational culture engagement and ultimately the Foundations success.
The Assistant Controller leads the day-to-day operations of the accounting function across the Omaha Community Foundation and supporting organizations. Working in partnership with the Controller this role serves as a primary operational leader for accounting operations providing leadership to the finance team and supporting internal partners across the organization.
The Assistant Controller oversees accounting operations financial reporting audit readiness and compliance activities while ensuring strong internal controls and consistent application of accounting practices. This role helps strengthen financial operations through process improvement team leadership and operational oversight.
Qualifications:
:
Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field*
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience including financial reporting audit support and demonstrated ability to apply accounting principles in both routine and complex scenarios
Experience working with accounting systems and financial data platforms including identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency accuracy and system performance
Experience coordinating audit processes with external auditors including preparation of audit materials and supporting documentation
Experience managing in a team environment including setting priorities providing regular guidance and overseeing team deliverables
Strong organizational skills with a detail-oriented approach and the ability to manage deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with employees vendors and organization leaders
Experience processing payroll including preparation submission and reconciliation of payroll-related accounts
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel Outlook Word)
Willingness and ability to work as a team member with colleagues and external partners on a regular basis
Preferred:
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred but not required
*A combination of relevant education and previous experience may be considered in lieu of the defined educational requirements.
Essential Functions:
Audit Compliance and Technical Accounting
Prepare andmaintainaudit workpapers ensuring completeaccuratedocumentation and audit readiness across all entities
Coordinate audit processes and materials serving as a primary point of contact for external auditors and ensuringtimelyandaccuratecompletion of audit deliverables
Prepare and manage Form 990 filings and related documentation ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
Ensure adherence to accounting policies procedures and internal controls reinforcing consistent application across all accounting activities
Apply accounting principles to routine and complex scenarios including researching guidance and implementingappropriate treatmentin alignment with established policies and standards
Financial Reporting
Prepare and review financial statements ensuring accuracy completeness and adherence to applicable accounting standards
Oversee financial reporting for OCF and supporting organizations ensuring clarity accuracy and reliability of outputs
Support budget development and perform budget-to-actual analysis to ensure alignment between financial plans and actual results
Accounting Operations
Lead day-to-day accounting operations across OCF and supporting organizations ensuring accuracy consistency and timeliness of all accounting activities
Oversee core accounting processes including reconciliations ensuring accounts areaccurate current and discrepancies are resolved promptly
Maintainaccurateand up-to-date accounting records ensuringtimelycompletion of all accounting activities and preventing backlog
Oversee accounting systems and tools (including investment account data aggregator) ensuring data integrity functionality and effective use
Evaluate system performance and implement enhancements to improve efficiency accuracy and usability
Identifygaps risks or inefficiencies in processes and workflows and implement improvements to strengthen controls efficiency and consistency
Leadership and Internal Partnership
Manage mentor and develop assigned team members ensuringstrong performance individualprofessional growth and team cohesion
Set clear priorities and oversee team workflows and deliverables to ensure alignment timeliness and quality
Reinforce expectations around accuracy accountability and continuous improvement
Serve as a primary point of contact for internalpartnerson accounting-related matters providing guidance and support
Provide guidance and problem-solving support across departments to ensure alignment with accounting policies and processes
Escalate complex or strategic issues to the Controller or Chief Financial Officer as needed while maintainingaccountability through resolution
Operational Oversight
Process payroll on a semi-monthly including preparation review and submission and perform related reconciliations to ensure accuracy completeness and alignment of accounts
May be required to complete other duties within scope as assigned
This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and may be adjusted as organizational needs evolve.
Environment:
The primary work locationis1120 S. 101stStreetin Omaha Nebraska. This role is expected to work in the office with the occasional flexibility to work from home and regularly travels locally for meetings events and community engagement.
Who is the Omaha Community Foundation
We are maximizing the power of philanthropy to strengthen our vision is a connected community of passionate philanthropists strong nonprofits and thriving residents. We work to make this vision a reality daily through planning building strategic partnerships facilitating meaningful dialogue with all our partners and fundholders and ensuring we have a lot of fun along the way. Were committed to these efforts because we believe a stronger community is worth it for everyone.
Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) believes in investing in the community but we realize that starts with our staff. You see it in our people our relationships with each other and our partnerships within the community. Our passion and commitment to serving the community and each other is key to our or...
Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) believes in investing in the community but we realize that starts with our staff. You see it in our people our relationships with each other and our partnerships within the community. Our passion and commitment to serving the community and each other is key to our organizational culture engagement and ultimately the Foundations success.
The Assistant Controller leads the day-to-day operations of the accounting function across the Omaha Community Foundation and supporting organizations. Working in partnership with the Controller this role serves as a primary operational leader for accounting operations providing leadership to the finance team and supporting internal partners across the organization.
The Assistant Controller oversees accounting operations financial reporting audit readiness and compliance activities while ensuring strong internal controls and consistent application of accounting practices. This role helps strengthen financial operations through process improvement team leadership and operational oversight.
Qualifications:
:
Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field*
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience including financial reporting audit support and demonstrated ability to apply accounting principles in both routine and complex scenarios
Experience working with accounting systems and financial data platforms including identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency accuracy and system performance
Experience coordinating audit processes with external auditors including preparation of audit materials and supporting documentation
Experience managing in a team environment including setting priorities providing regular guidance and overseeing team deliverables
Strong organizational skills with a detail-oriented approach and the ability to manage deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with employees vendors and organization leaders
Experience processing payroll including preparation submission and reconciliation of payroll-related accounts
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel Outlook Word)
Willingness and ability to work as a team member with colleagues and external partners on a regular basis
Preferred:
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred but not required
*A combination of relevant education and previous experience may be considered in lieu of the defined educational requirements.
Essential Functions:
Audit Compliance and Technical Accounting
Prepare andmaintainaudit workpapers ensuring completeaccuratedocumentation and audit readiness across all entities
Coordinate audit processes and materials serving as a primary point of contact for external auditors and ensuringtimelyandaccuratecompletion of audit deliverables
Prepare and manage Form 990 filings and related documentation ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
Ensure adherence to accounting policies procedures and internal controls reinforcing consistent application across all accounting activities
Apply accounting principles to routine and complex scenarios including researching guidance and implementingappropriate treatmentin alignment with established policies and standards
Financial Reporting
Prepare and review financial statements ensuring accuracy completeness and adherence to applicable accounting standards
Oversee financial reporting for OCF and supporting organizations ensuring clarity accuracy and reliability of outputs
Support budget development and perform budget-to-actual analysis to ensure alignment between financial plans and actual results
Accounting Operations
Lead day-to-day accounting operations across OCF and supporting organizations ensuring accuracy consistency and timeliness of all accounting activities
Oversee core accounting processes including reconciliations ensuring accounts areaccurate current and discrepancies are resolved promptly
Maintainaccurateand up-to-date accounting records ensuringtimelycompletion of all accounting activities and preventing backlog
Oversee accounting systems and tools (including investment account data aggregator) ensuring data integrity functionality and effective use
Evaluate system performance and implement enhancements to improve efficiency accuracy and usability
Identifygaps risks or inefficiencies in processes and workflows and implement improvements to strengthen controls efficiency and consistency
Leadership and Internal Partnership
Manage mentor and develop assigned team members ensuringstrong performance individualprofessional growth and team cohesion
Set clear priorities and oversee team workflows and deliverables to ensure alignment timeliness and quality
Reinforce expectations around accuracy accountability and continuous improvement
Serve as a primary point of contact for internalpartnerson accounting-related matters providing guidance and support
Provide guidance and problem-solving support across departments to ensure alignment with accounting policies and processes
Escalate complex or strategic issues to the Controller or Chief Financial Officer as needed while maintainingaccountability through resolution
Operational Oversight
Process payroll on a semi-monthly including preparation review and submission and perform related reconciliations to ensure accuracy completeness and alignment of accounts
May be required to complete other duties within scope as assigned
This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and may be adjusted as organizational needs evolve.
Environment:
The primary work locationis1120 S. 101stStreetin Omaha Nebraska. This role is expected to work in the office with the occasional flexibility to work from home and regularly travels locally for meetings events and community engagement.
Who is the Omaha Community Foundation
We are maximizing the power of philanthropy to strengthen our vision is a connected community of passionate philanthropists strong nonprofits and thriving residents. We work to make this vision a reality daily through planning building strategic partnerships facilitating meaningful dialogue with all our partners and fundholders and ensuring we have a lot of fun along the way. Were committed to these efforts because we believe a stronger community is worth it for everyone.
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