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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Nonprofit Controller to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of our organization, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to support our mission. This role requires a deep understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. The Nonprofit Controller will work closely with the executive team, board of directors, and program managers to develop and implement financial strategies that align with our organizational goals. Key responsibilities include managing the accounting department, preparing financial statements, overseeing budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing financial operations in a nonprofit setting, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to our mission of making a positive impact in the community.
Responsibilities
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- Coordinate, analyze, and report the financial performance to the executive team and board of directors.
- Prepare short and long-term financial forecasts of financial performance for use with internal management and external parties.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
- Manage the accounting department, including the hiring, training, and development of staff.
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of all financial reports, including tax returns and grant reports.
- Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operations.
- Coordinate the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors.
- Provide strategic financial guidance and support to the executive team and program managers.
- Develop and manage the annual budget process, including the preparation of budget templates and guidelines.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.
- Oversee the management of accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets.
- Analyze financial data and trends to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a nonprofit organization.
- Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and practices.
- Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Experience with grant accounting and reporting preferred.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines related to nonprofit organizations.
- Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with nonprofit accounting principles?
- How do you ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you identified and implemented a cost-saving measure?
- How do you manage and prioritize multiple financial tasks and deadlines?
- What strategies do you use to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders?
- Can you describe your experience with budgeting and forecasting in a nonprofit setting?
- How do you ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data?
- What is your experience with managing an accounting team?
- How do you handle the annual audit process?
- Can you provide an example of a financial policy or procedure you developed and implemented?