Assistant Controller

Finance & Accounting Manager

The Finance & Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of The Road Home, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial records and reporting by the Finance & Accounting (F&A) department. Reporting to the Director Finance & Accounting, this role oversees core accounting processes, including general ledger maintenance, month-end close, reconciliations, cash activity, and audit preparation. The Finance & Accounting Manager leads and mentors accounting staff, supports compliance with all applicable regulations and funder requirements, and works closely with the Director of F&A and Grants Accounting Supervisor to ensure complete, accurate, and well-documented financial information that supports the agency's mission and operational needs.

*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. *This is an in-person position. For the first six months, new F&A staff are required to be in office at the HQ site (1415 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84115) five days a week. After this initial onboarding period, F&A staff are permitted to work from home up to two days per week.

Full-Time

The Road Home Headquarters 1415 S. Main St, Salt Lake City UT 84115

Director of Finance and Accounting

Monday-Friday, 40hrs. In-Person work only

Grade 16

Starting $94,740 - $118,425 per year, DOE

Exempt

Professionals

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the agency, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.

1. Coordinate and execute the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of all assigned accounting deliverables.

1. Prepare preliminary monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including budget-to-actual reports and variance analyses, for review by the Director of F&A.

1. Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation in accordance with GAAP (or GAAP for Nonprofits), internal policies, and documented procedures.

1. Manage cash-related accounting activity, including monitoring balances, recording transactions, executing approved disbursements, and preparing cash statements and forecasts.

1. Ensure proper recognition, tracking, and reconciliation of restricted funds, grants, and contract activity in collaboration with the Grants Accounting Supervisor and Development team.

1. Support the preparation of external financial reports required by funders, grantors, and contracting partners.

1. Manage day-to-day accounting workstreams related to the annual audit, including preparation of schedules, documentation, reconciliations, and responses to auditor requests.

1. Assist with the preparation of tax-related filings and schedules, including IRS Form 990 and other regulatory or program-specific requirements, as assigned.

1. Monitor compliance with documented financial policies, procedures, and internal controls, identifying issues and escalating concerns as appropriate.

1. Maintain organized, accurate, and accessible financial records and audit trails within accounting systems and shared document repositories.

1. Collaborate with program, development, and operations staff to support accurate financial reporting and address accounting-related questions or issues.

1. Attend mandatory agency trainings, including Trauma-Informed Care, Housing Focused, De-escalation, Suicide Prevention, CPR, and more.

1. Participate in emergency drills and environmental safety activities, as required.

1. Follow all agency protocols for security, safety, and sanitation to maintain a clean and secure environment for guests and staff.

1. Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of this position.

*Other duties as assigned.

*Reasonable accommodations may be considered to enable all individuals to perform these essential functions, so please still apply. Supervisor Duties and Responsibilities

Role-specific

1. Directly supervise Senior and Staff Accountants, providing clear expectations, guidance, and accountability for assigned accounting workstreams.

1. Assign and review accounting tasks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established deadlines and procedures.

1. Provide coaching, training, and technical support to accounting staff to strengthen skills, consistency, and professional growth.

1. Manage onboarding and training of new accounting staff, ensuring readiness to perform assigned responsibilities effectively.

1. Promote a culture of accuracy, documentation, accountability, and continuous improvement within the accounting team.

General

1. Model trauma-informed leadership in all interactions with staff and guests.

1. Provide clear, constructive feedback to staff regularly, fostering growth and accountability.

1. Hire, train, mentor, and support team members through hands-on guidance and resource sharing.

1. Delegate tasks effectively while ensuring equitable distribution of workload.

1. Resolve conflicts promptly and professionally, using de-escalation techniques and leading difficult conversations with kindness and directness.

1. Uphold agency policies consistently and lead by example.

1. Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with employees to exchange feedback, actively listen, and address professional development needs.

1. Develop and implement performance improvement plans and other corrective actions when needed, with measurable goals, equipping staff with the tools and guidance to achieve success.

1. Collaborate cross-departmentally to align team goals with organizational mission.

1. Monitor and ensure completion of all mandatory training, while maintaining accurate participation records.

1. Track and report on team performance metrics (attendance, outcomes, etc.), as needed.

1. Perform employee evaluations as scheduled, offering actionable feedback and tailored support.

1. Advocate for staff needs while balancing operational priorities.

Promoting Best Practice

• Actively engage with and honor the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences of all individuals we serve.
• Advance the agency's commitment to honoring diverse ethnic and cultural heritages through daily actions that foster genuine belonging.
• Implement Housing Focused principles, risk management strategies, and high-access services as foundational to our mission.
• Maintain healthy boundaries using trauma-informed approaches in all interactions.

*Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree, MBA, and/or CPA or similar certification is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience is required.
• A minimum of three years of management experience, including direct supervision of staff, is required.
• Two or more years of experience working in a nonprofit or similar human services organization is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial reporting, and audit processes is required; knowledge and experience with nonprofit accounting is strongly preferred.