Controller at 92nd Street Y

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Finance, CPA, GAAP, Excel, NetSuite, Financial Modelling, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Audit Support, Cash Management, Vendor Management, Team Management, Financial Analysis, Nonprofit Finance

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Job Summary The Controller oversees the organization’s accounting function and ensures sound fiscal management and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role provides operational leadership to the Accounting team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cash management, and strong internal controls. The Controller leads the annual audit process, maintains effective relationships with external partners, and supports executive and program leadership with financial analysis and insights that advance the organization’s mission and fiscal sustainability. Job Responsibilities Include Oversee routine accounting activities of the organization, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and cash management. Recruit, manage and motivate Accounting team, including Senior Accountants, Accountants, an Accounts Payable Associate and Payroll Manager. Lead cash management process. Oversee and approve processing of bi-weekly payroll. Prepare internal and external financial reports and statements, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting as needed. Assists in the preparation of bespoke financial analysis and work on special projects, as required. Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the audit committee of the board of directors; assess / implement any changes necessary. Manage various vendor relationships. Prepare financial reports and materials for various committees including Audit, Executive, Finance and Investment, as needed. Provide financial and business support to the Executive Leadership Team and programming Directors to ensure fiscal goals are met. Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices Identify, develop, and implement business solutions to improve operational efficiencies and effectiveness of organization’s financial planning and reporting practices. Experience, Education, & Skills Desired Bachelor of Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA required. 7-10 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, preferably including nonprofit or fund accounting (grants, restricted funds, governmental contracts). Active CPA license. Solid GAAP / nonprofit GAAP knowledge, strong Excel/NetSuite/financial modelling experience. Understanding of budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting (monthly/quarterly/annual), audit support. Responsible for accounting and cash management. Manage relationships with auditors, close the monthly books, financial analysis. Restricted vs unrestricted funds, donor/funder reporting requirements, familiarity with nonprofit finance systems. Experience implementing or improving financial systems, controls, and dashboards for management. Supervise a team, collaborating with program teams and internal departments, communicating financial info to stakeholders. Work Environment & Requirements 40 hours/week Application Instructions Interested applicants should forward a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements. Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are only able to contact those applicants whose experience most aligns with the position profile. Compensation Range $120,000 - $130,000 The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Responsibilities

The Controller oversees the organization’s accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective cash management. This role leads the annual audit process and supports executive leadership with financial analysis to advance the organization’s mission.