Assistant Controller

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing accounting operations, including investments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management and financial reporting.
Manage day-to-day accounting functions and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and account analyses
Perform monthly and annual reconciliations between internal records and third-party statements
Monitor cash activity, and financial transactions to ensure timely and accurate recording.
Assist in the development, monitoring, and forecasting of the organization’s annual operating budget
Monitor actual results against budget and analyze variances
Prepare and review monthly financial reports and other financial analyses
Coordinate and support annual financial statement audits and other external audit requests.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies
Develop, maintain, and strengthen internal controls and financial procedures
Partner with internal departments to support financial reporting and operational objectives
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Serve as a resource for finance-related questions and provide cross-functional support as needed

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive Accounting or Finance experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA preferred but not required
Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, investments and reconciliations
Experience supporting audits and maintaining internal controls
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Experience with Salesforce and Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT preferred
Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus