Assistant Controller

• Job Description

Reports To: SR Director of Finance and CFO/COO

Supervision: AP Finance Associate and one Staff Accountant

Location: Hybrid (2 days in office)- Strong preference for Baltimore/D.C. Area, NYC is OK.

Core Tasks:

• Supports all operational accounting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practices; records transactions directly and/or using integration between different operational systems (export/import); ensures the maintenance of accurate internal and external financial records; and will reconcile revenue records between the accounting system and the fund’s CRM system.
• The Assistant Controller will lead the process of creating impeccable monthly and quarterly reports-with the end-users being the CFO/COO, the Board of Trustees, and departmental managers.
• They will have a heavy role in the annual budgeting process, and the annual audit process and tax filings.
• The Assistant Controller interacts directly with staff to answer inquiries and enhance cross-team collaboration.

Tasks/Responsibilities:

• Supervise Finance Associate, who serves as an AP finance contact for vendors and employees.
• Supervises Staff Accountant, who has GL and import/export responsibilities.
• Prepare and/or review accounting entries for assigned parts of the accounting cycle, including AP, AR, Payroll, and Journal Entries.
• Supervises or completes imports from different databases used by Payroll, AP, and AR into the general accounting system.
• Preparing timely and relevant financial reports on a regular basis, including preparing and reviewing different schedules and sub-ledgers.
• Prepare monthly variance reports.
• Record monthly investment activity.
• Supervises payroll process.
• Assist in budgeting process.
• Work with program managers to assess their budget models and strategies.
• Prepare and reviews GL reports with program managers.
• Prepare schedules, reports, and back-up materials for the audit.
• Provide audit firm staff with reports and schedules for preparing IRS 990.
• Perform and supervise cash and investments accounts reconciliations.
• Prepare and review cash flow projections.
• Prepare requested reports as needed.
• Such other duties or tasks to assist the department or organization as the supervisor may deem necessary.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA in accounting and at least 5 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA certification

Skills/Requirements:

Technical

• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced skills in Excel.
• Familiarity with automated accounting systems.

Business Partnering

• Able to produce clean, tidy, board-level reporting.
• Able to work with managers to produce actionable reporting and insights.

General

• Able to meet deadlines and work independently.
• Able to handle confidential information.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and timelines.
• Receptive to guidance from others.
• Ability to work independently and deliver exceptional work product.

The compensation range for this role is $90,000-$125,000, commensurate with experience and skill. They offer an excellent benefits package including health insurance, 401K plan, paid vacation, paid time off for Jewish and National holidays, and short Fridays.