Controller

Are you a strategic financial leader who enjoys transforming complex financial data into insight, accountability, and informed decision-making? Do you want to use your expertise to help strengthen an organization whose mission is to optimize the quality of life for individuals with autism? As Controller at Anderson Center for Autism, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and safeguarding the financial health of the organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will oversee the daily operations of the Finance Department, provide leadership to accounting and finance team members, and help ensure fiscal stability that supports life‑changing programs and services. Responsibilities You will oversee the daily operations of the Finance Department, providing leadership and direction to Senior Accountants and other finance team members. You will maintain oversight of the general ledger, internal controls, financial systems, and accounting processes to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance. You will develop financial reports, forecasts, and analyses that support organizational planning and decision‑making. You will oversee agency billing activities, including regulatory and reimbursement requirements associated with OPWDD, SED, OCFS, and clinic funding sources. You will lead the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of the agency's annual budget while identifying opportunities for financial efficiency and cost control. You will ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, regulatory filings, cost reports, audits, and compliance activities. You will oversee annual audit preparation and coordinate the provision of financial records and documentation to auditors. You will provide oversight of cash flow, banking relationships, accounts receivable, and accounts payable activities to support the organization's financial stability. You will provide financial guidance and meaningful reporting to organizational leaders, department heads, and other key stakeholders. You will lead, mentor, and develop finance team members while fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, continuous learning, and professional excellence. You will support the implementation and optimization of financial technologies and systems that improve efficiency and strengthen financial operations. You will help ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations, reporting standards, and industry best practices while promoting ethical stewardship of organizational resources. Qualifications Strong financial leadership, strategic thinking, and sound business judgment. A commitment to accountability, integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement. Excellent analytical, organizational, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non‑financial audiences. Proven leadership skills with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing others. Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. Alignment with our mission and values. A desire to contribute to an organization committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with autism. Hold a Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field. Possess the knowledge, experience, and technical expertise necessary to successfully oversee complex financial operations. Demonstrate familiarity with financial reporting, budgeting, audit preparation, and regulatory compliance requirements. Have experience leading and developing accounting or finance professionals. Complete agency‑required orientation and training. Fulfill all organizational compliance requirements and adhere to agency policies and procedures. Benefits Up to 6 weeks of paid time off (starting in your first year!) 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and annual contribution Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Wellness program Ongoing professional development Invitations to staff appreciation events and experiences And much more! Pay Range: $102,670.00 - $107,870.00 salary, commensurate with experience. This position description in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties to be performed by the person filling this position. The person in the position may be required to perform other duties as necessitated by the situation or requested by his/her supervisor. Anderson Center for Autism is committed to providing a diverse workforce by ensuring that discrimination barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes a person in one of these protected groups. Anderson Center for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr