Role: Controller
Location: Arlington HQ
Reports To: Senior Director of Finance
Summary
The Controller is responsible for directing the day-to-day financial activities of the organization by overseeing transactional accounting work and taking a hands-on role in month-end close-out, public and private grant collections, and reconciliations, as well as assisting the Senior Director of Finance in preparing reports which summarize and forecast the organization’s business and financial activities. The ideal candidate must possess the ability to balance the day-to-day needs of the organization while being open and flexible to addressing urgent needs and additional projects as they arise. This position reports to the Senior Director of Finance.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related field required; Master’s or CPA licensed preferred. education requirements may be substituted with comparable work experience.
2. Minimum of 5 years’ combined work experience with GAAP, financial systems best practices and audit preparation.
3. Minimum 3 years’ experience as a non-profit Controller with government grant experience.
4. Minimum 5 years of experience working in a Finance Department in a supervisory role with a team of 4+ members and understanding accounting standards and principles.
5. Experienced with all facets of the accounting cycle from transactional level to month-end and annual close-out.
6. Demonstrated ability in analysis, budget development, and contractual compliance.
7. Demonstrated organizational abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in prioritizing assignments for timely completion of projects.
8. Strong administrative skills with significant attention to detail. Strong attention to detail required to produce thorough, accurate and high-quality work.
9. High degree of ethics and integrity.
10. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to articulate and explain complex financial issues effectively.
11. Demonstrated record as a successful team player, including the ability to develop and maintain a goal-oriented, positive attitude throughout the finance team.
12. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and mastery of computer software including Microsoft Word, email, and internet.
13. Experience with multiple non-profit accounting software, and preference for QuickBooks Enterprise.
14. Flexible, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced, professional environment.
15. Strong customer service orientation required. Must possess a courteous and professional demeanor and exhibit good judgment when assisting/interacting with others.
16. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
17. Self-driven and self-motivated to “get your hands dirty”.

1. Responsible for oversight of day-to-day accounting and grant accounting.
2. Reviews and supervises the report functions of The People Concern and related support staff.
3. Assists in the management of the agency cash flow and prepares regular cash flow projections as directed by the Senior Director of Finance.
4. Maintain GL by making recurring, ordinary or correcting journal entries in accordance with GAAP, FASB and agency policies and procedures.
5. Reviews and implements the process of recording pledges receivables.
6. Supervises the timely monthly closing process for invoicing and financial reporting and maintains balance sheet schedules.
7. Prepares monthly financial statements and regular program financial reports as directed by the Senior Director of Finance.
8. Reviews and approves bank reconciliations.
9. Perform maintenance and recording of fixed assets and equipment, including additions, deletions, depreciation, and dispositions.
10. Prepares monthly trial balance and cost center reports.
11. Assists in the management of the annual audit and tax preparation.
12. Reviews operating procedures and recommends changes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
13. Has shared oversight of public and private grant reporting.
14. Works with the Pery Consulting Group as needed in tracking grant performance and allocation methodology to ensure maximization of grant utilization as well as proper allocation and optimal net revenue results.
15. Works with the Senior Director of Finance, Senior Grants Billing Manager, and program managers to assist with tracking grants and budget modifications, as needed.
16. Verifies and controls the pre-numbered documents, such as check and receipt stock.
17. Assists the Senior Director of Finance with preparation and modifications of the annual budget.
18. Analyzes, recommends, and assists in the implementation of accounting policies, quality, and internal control procedures.
19. Reviews operating procedures and recommends changes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
20. Works to safeguard agency assets and assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls, and checks across all departments.
21. Supervises the Senior Accounting Manager.
22. Prepares analytical reports as required.
23. Interfaces with other staff members to provide support on grant management and financial reporting.
24. Stay abreast of government regulations and preparation and coordination of audits and annual tax filings.
25. Additional responsibilities, tasks and projects as assigned by supervisor.