Controller

at  YMCA

Are you passionate about numbers and financial strategy? Join our dynamic team as a Controller.
Job Description
Under the direction of the Branch Executive Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, t he Controller provides direction and leadership for YMCA accounting and business operations, oversees accounting practices, the maintenance of its fiscal records, and the preparation of its financial reports. Ensures a system of strong internal controls and maintains fiscal soundness. Coordinates the annual external audit, annual budget, and the preparation of information for outside funders. Works proactively with CEO and leadership team on analysis and financial projections.

Qualifications

• CPA and/or MBA highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience as an Accounting Manager, Controller, or Manager in a related field.
• Skills and experience in the following areas: Accounting/Auditing, Financial Reporting, Budget Development/Management, Cash Management, Cost Analysis/Controls, and Staff Development.
• Accounting experience in a nonprofit organization preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of, and expertise with, computerized accounting systems and standard business software.

• Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations.CPR and First Aid certifications are required within 30 days of hire.

Essential Functions

• Translates organizational goals into executable plans with accountable staff and volunteers by defining tasks, milestones, and priorities for programs or projects; manages all functions of accounting and business operations, ensuring that legal and audit requirements are met, and that best practices and maximum efficiency are obtained.
• Oversees and provides leadership to the annual budget process including issuing guidelines and procedures; training staff, auditing budgets, overseeing data input, and preparing reports.
• Manages the annual independent audit, the preparation of financial statements, and the IRS 990 tax form. Prepares or oversees the preparation of required audit schedules; maintains records; acts as liaison with the audit team and YMCA Finance Committee.
• Implements appropriate systems and internal controls to adequately safeguard the YMCA’s financial resources and to provide a solid basis for accurately reporting financial data.
• Prepares and analyzes the monthly financial statements in relationship to the budget, prior year, and strategic plan. Assists branches with the analysis of their financial statements. Provides weekly finance report to the CEO.
• Hires, trains, and oversees assigned staff, providing direct supervision. Arrange backup for staff as needed.
• Performs daily cash management, monthly bank reconciliation, and maintenance of recurring journal entries; reviews and prepares non-recurring journal entries.
• Serve as liaison for the day-to-day banking activities.
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Performs branch/department internal audits as requested and provides recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Monitors Investment accounts for compliance with YMCA’s investment policy.

Perform other related duties as required by the CEO.
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Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Fiscal Management - Manages the Y’s resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making - Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
• Developing Self & Others - Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Communication & Influence - Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Project Management - Ensures project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

• Translates organizational goals into executable plans with accountable staff and volunteers by defining tasks, milestones, and priorities for programs or projects; manages all functions of accounting and business operations, ensuring that legal and audit requirements are met, and that best practices and maximum efficiency are obtained.
• Oversees and provides leadership to the annual budget process including issuing guidelines and procedures; training staff, auditing budgets, overseeing data input, and preparing reports.
• Manages the annual independent audit, the preparation of financial statements, and the IRS 990 tax form. Prepares or oversees the preparation of required audit schedules; maintains records; acts as liaison with the audit team and YMCA Finance Committee.
• Implements appropriate systems and internal controls to adequately safeguard the YMCA’s financial resources and to provide a solid basis for accurately reporting financial data.
• Prepares and analyzes the monthly financial statements in relationship to the budget, prior year, and strategic plan. Assists branches with the analysis of their financial statements. Provides weekly finance report to the CEO.
• Hires, trains, and oversees assigned staff, providing direct supervision. Arrange backup for staff as needed.
• Performs daily cash management, monthly bank reconciliation, and maintenance of recurring journal entries; reviews and prepares non-recurring journal entries.
• Serve as liaison for the day-to-day banking activities.
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Performs branch/department internal audits as requested and provides recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Monitors Investment accounts for compliance with YMCA’s investment policy