Financial Controller

Position Description:

The Financial Controller provides leadership and direction of Hidden Villa's finance and accounting processes. The Financial Controller creates budgets, manages cash flow, develops and implements financial policies, provides analysis of financial results, assists with financial strategy and decision making, assures financial and accounting compliance, manages the annual audit, and is responsible for the monthly reporting and close process. The Financial Controller directly supervises and provides backup for the Staff Accountant, and reports directly to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor adherence.
• Oversee monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and present financial packets for the Board and staff.
• Manage fund accounting, including restricted and endowed funds.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Direct annual audit and tax compliance.
• Administer retirement plan compliance and audits.
• Manage insurance renewals and unemployment trust funding.

Staff Supervision & Collaboration

• Supervise Staff Accountant; provide backup for payroll, AP, and cash management.
• Partner with Human Resources to review compensation and benefits.
• Build strong working relationships with staff and Board.

Development & Grants Support

• Advise Development staff on gift restrictions, grant budgets, and reporting.
• Manage release of restricted funds as conditions are met.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee financial systems and integrations.
• Implement technology improvements in payroll, AP, banking, and budgeting.

Governance & Board Engagement

• Support and staff the Finance Committee.
• Provide financial insights and fund management guidance to the Board and Executive Director.

Desired Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum of BA; CPA and/or MBA desired.
• 5 years experience in progressively responsible finance positions, preferably nonprofit focused.
• 2 years management experience required.
• Commitment to or interest in mission-focused nonprofit organizations and their work.
• Experience with nonprofit fund accounting and familiarity with multi-program organizations.
• Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations.
• Experience creating and promoting a positive and supportive work environment while facing deadlines.
• Technology savvy and advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software. Experience with the import/export of data from other software into Quick Books Online. Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements.
• Ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance staff. Ability to exercise good judgment during times of ambiguity.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board or other outside partners.

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