Financial Controller

Job Duties

Description:

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards, and supporting the board finance and audit committees. This role includes managing accounting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, grants administration, and audit preparation. The Financial Controller will collaborate with program leaders to align financial systems with program delivery and supervise finance staff.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Coordinate all Financial, Accounting, and Reporting Activities

Oversee core financial operations including billing, collections, payroll, benefits administration, and audit support.

Ensure adherence to accounting, payroll, and purchasing policies

Provide cash flow information monthly.

Prepare and present financial reports to the COO and board finance and audit committees.

Assist management with preparing monthly financial statement

Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.

Lead audit preparation and maintain internal controls.

Collaborate with program leaders to align financial systems with program delivery.

Manage financial risk and ensure compliance with government regulations.

Provide direction, training, guidance, task management and performance evaluation to Senior Accountant. 

Collaborate with the Facilities Maintenance department to track and allocate expenses related to building operations, repairs, and capital improvements

Liaison with IT Consulting Group

Act as the primary point of contact between the finance department and IT consultants.

Work closely with IT consultants to ensure all IT equipment is efficient, updated, inventoried and properly allocated based on the need across the sites.

Performance Metrics

Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.

Compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.

Successful audit outcomes.

Effective management of financial operations and risk.

Alignment of financial systems with program delivery.

Staff satisfaction and team performance

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; an associates degree and experience as a Financial Controller can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

2-3 years of accounting experience required.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management in a nonprofit organization.

A clear understanding of GAAP and demonstrated accounting knowledge  

Experience with and knowledge of computerized accounting systems  

Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel  

Strong oral and written communication skills

Essential Competencies:

CPA preferred

Ability to communicate effectively with staff and external agencies  

Solid problem-solving and team-building skills  

Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain cooperative relationships   

Cultural competence and commitment to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion

Ability to operate in rapidly changing or ambiguous circumstances

Strong self-management and time management skills

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit.

Positively Contribute:

Positively Contribute to the 180 Degrees Vision and Mission. Vision: Every person can experience hope for the future and reach their full potential. Mission: 180 Degrees creates safe spaces and services that honor each individual’s healing journey.

Non-Profit Location/Work Environment:

This is an onsite role. Must be able to work extended hours for events and special projects when needed.

About 180 Degrees:

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-growing non-profit organization. Founded over 50 years ago, 180 Degrees is recognized for piloting innovative solutions to address challenges of homelessness, sexual exploitation, poverty and incarceration. With program sites around the state, 180 Degrees continues to expand its portfolio of programs and services now impacting the lives of over 2,000 youth and adults each year. We seek leaders who will guide the next growth phase of our organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

180 Degrees, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

180 Degrees’ intention is for our staff to reflect the communities we serve. We actively encourage women, people of color, differently abled and other diverse candidates to apply for open positions.

Monday - Friday standard business hours.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; an associates degree and experience as a Financial Controller can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Minimum Experience Required

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; an associates degree and experience as a Financial Controller can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

2-3 years of accounting experience required.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management in a nonprofit organization.

A clear understanding of GAAP and demonstrated accounting knowledge  

Experience with and knowledge of computerized accounting systems  

Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel  

Strong oral and written communication skills

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$95,000.00 - $102,000.00 / Annually

Postal Code

55106

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

Hybrid

Requisition ID

16868

Job Benefits

Benefits:

Sign on Bonus of $600 (Half paid out at 3 months and other half at 12 months). 

Paid time off (PTO) starting at 18 days annually.

Medical, Dental, FSA & HSA options

Life, STD, LTD

401K company match up to 4%

12 paid company holidays