Controller

Please email your resume and cover letter to employment@placeofhope.com or fax these items to (561) 453-0809.Be sure to indicate which position you are applying for in your cover letter.Submitted resumes for the posted positions are in various stages of processing.Please check posts to learn if processing has concluded, as filled positions will be removed. POSITION PURPOSE The Controller is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the organization’s financial records. This position oversees day-to-day accounting operations, supports budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, strengthens internal controls, and ensures compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS ·        Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent finance experience and at least seven years relevant finance experience·        Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles·        Demonstrated experience managing audits, financial reporting and internal controls·        Flexibility to manage various business and finance responsibilities·        Strong communication skills, oral and written·        Computer proficiency: Advanced in QuickBooks and Excel. Proficient in Word and Outlook·        Prior management experience·        High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities·        CPA strongly preferredPERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS ·        Manage day-to day accounting operations, including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, cost and inventory accounting, revenue recognition, cash receipts, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end/year-end close processes.·        Maintain accurate and complete financial records in accordance with GAAP, nonprofit standards, organizational policies, fundraising and donor compliance, professional standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.·        Ensure financial audit readiness and preparation, ensuring timely completion of required filings, well-organized supporting documentation, and full compliance with audit and tax requirements.·        Enforce and strengthen internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure compliance, and support consistently clean audit outcomes.·        Prepare, review, and deliver timely and accurate financial and regulatory reports and schedules ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements, including tax filings, grants, and contracts.·        Oversee all general ledger activity, ensuring proper coding, documentation, reconciliation, and classification of financial transactions, with independent review of key reconciliations and reports.·        Prepare and review financial statements, budget-to-actual analysis, forecasts, and business activity reports for leadership and board use, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.·        Support the preparation of annual budgets, financial planning, forecasting processes, including variance analysis and performance monitoring.·        Research technical accounting issues and provide recommendations to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, laws, regulations, and best practices.·        Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and departmental workflows, while maintaining the integrity of existing control structures.·        Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes including variance analysis and leadership reporting.·        Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations to leadership.·        Maintain and strengthen financial systems, reporting tools, and data integrity.·        Monitor cash flow, reserves, banking activity, and investments; evaluate funding needs and recommend use of surplus funds.·        Review and approve transactions, invoices, disbursements, and journal entries to ensure accuracy, authorization, and compliance with policy and procedures.·        Receive, process, and ensure proper recording and deposit of cash and checks in accordance with organizational procedures and internal controls.·        Develop and maintain productive working relationships with banking partners, insurance representatives, external accounting personnel, auditors, vendors, suppliers, service providers, regulatory agencies, donors, volunteers, and other external partners to support financial and business activities.·        Oversee the Business/Finance Department and assigned employees, ensuring department functions are handled with professionalism, and uphold the highest standards of accuracy, integrity, and financial stewardship across all accounting and reporting activities, in compliance with appliable standards and policies. ·        Manage day-to-day general business affairs, including coordination of administrative office functions, support staff, vendor relationships, supplier relationships, service provider relationships, regulatory agency interactions, donor interactions, and volunteer-related business needs.·        Prepare board-level financial reports and other financial reports for leadership review.·        Process payroll or oversee payroll-related accounting functions, as assigned.·        Prepare for, coordinate, and execute the annual financial audit, including audit schedules, supporting documentation, reconciliations, financial reports, and communication with external auditors.·        Prepare and review donor tax acknowledgment letters, annual giving statements, and related contribution documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable requirements.·        Attend and manage the Business/Finance Department’s responsibilities at core fundraising events, as required.·        Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, including providing feedback, supporting development, and recommending or implementing personnel actions in coordination with leadership and Human Resources, as appropriate.·        Provide productive and professional leadership to Finance Department staff, including assigning work, reviewing performance, fostering accountability, and ensuring high-quality and timely completion of department deliverables.·        Ensure consistent follow-through on priorities, deadlines, and reporting requirements, maintaining a high standard of execution.·        Perform additional Controller duties and related responsibilities, as required.