Controller - Non-Profit

Controller
Reporting directly to the chief financial officer, the controller is the head of the accounting department, responsible for the maintenance of the books of account and internal controls.

RESPONSIBILITIES
1.  Direct the organization’s accounting functions and maintain the books of the organization. These functions include establishing and maintaining the organization's accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives.
2.  Oversee maintenance and enhancements of integrated financial management system.
3.  Establish and maintain written policies and procedures as they pertain to maintenance of the organization's internal controls and accounting policies worldwide. Supervise a regular staff of 4, including temporary staff as needed.
4.  Inform the CFO of relevant issues regarding financial controls, accounting, and reporting.
5.  Monitor internal financial and accounting controls over procurement, payroll, receipts, disbursements, and other processes.
6.  Advise the CFO, other officers, and staff on accounting policies and rules and prepare reports, analyses, and presentations as required.
7.  Oversee preparation of financial reporting to donors, Form 990, and other statutory financial reports.
8.  Manage the financial records of all grants, contracts, awarded by the organization.
9.  Ensure compliance with tax laws related to wages and not-for-profit organization status.
10.  Supervise indirect cost recovery calculations for US government and private donors.
11.  Oversee financial reporting and reimbursement process for the organization’s field offices.
12.  Design cash-flow matrix report and participate in cash-flow decisions.
13.  Special projects as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS
1.  Designation of certified public accountant (CPA), with a bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance with a minimum of 5 years of direct experience in the field. Broad supervisory skills encompassing a minimum of seven years of supervisory experience; excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
2.  Senior-level financial experience, some or all with a mid-size to large nonprofit organization or in a public accounting firm working with nonprofit clients. Thorough knowledge of not-for-profit accounting.
3.  Experience with the design and implementation of accounting systems.
4.  Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills. Ability to communicate with all staff with sensitivity, tact, and professionalism. Discretion and ability to handle confidential matters.
5.  Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain a friendly and caring work environment. Enthusiastic leader with an emphasis on collaboration, supervision, and team building.
6.  Highly motivated and organized self-starter

Salary Range
•  Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits.

To apply mail, fax, or e-mail a resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources Manager
Jobs for the Future
88 Broad Street Boston, MA 02110
Fax: 617.728.4857
E-mail: jobs@jff.org