Controller - HYBRID

JOB SUMMARY:

The Controller position is a key management position of the finance team responsible for all accounting activities for Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, Inc. This position ensures the financial integrity of the organization in all recording, reporting, and analysis to a variety of stakeholders. Key stakeholders including internal audiences such as the board of directors, executive and management teams, and Goodwill Industries International. Externally, this position is responsible for all audit, tax, and donor compliance activities. The Controller works closely with the CFO and budget managers to support budgeting, reporting, and analysis to support strong financial performance and growth.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. Partners closely with Manager of Accounts Payable and Payroll for operations functions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the board, executive team, and stakeholders.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare cash flow forecasts, and manage organizational liquidity.
• Prepares and submits monthly financial reporting to Goodwill Industries International.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads and executive leadership.
• Provide variance analysis to identify and explain budgetary variances.
• Assist with long-term financial planning and strategy development.
• Performs standard and ad hoc financial analysis, including tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), alongside decision support functions.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations, including IRS regulations for non-profits.
• Manage the annual audit process, coordinating with external auditors to ensure timely completion. Audits include Financial Statement Audit, Single Audit for Federal Grant Compliance, 401K/403B plan audits, and donor financial monitoring reviews.
• Prepare and submit necessary tax filings, such as 990, and other regulatory reports.

Grants & Restricted Funds Management

• Track and report on grant funds and restricted contributions, ensuring proper allocation and compliance with donor requirements.
• Work with development teams to provide financial input for grant proposals and budget tracking.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Develop, document, and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline financial operations and enhance reporting accuracy.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and mentor finance team staff, providing training and support for professional development.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations for accounting team members.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
• 5-7 years of related work experience required. A mix of for-profit and non-profit experience is highly preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred

SCOPE OF SUPERVISION:

Supervises a team of 3 staff

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in modern cloud software. Experience with Sage Intacct, SAP Concur, LeaseQuery, PowerBi, FloQast, ADP preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, fund accounting, grant management, and non-profit compliance requirements.

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and program leaders.
• Ability to work in a mission-driven environment with diverse stakeholders.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary

Lifting up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and files. Walking and standing are occasionally required. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to hold, handle and feel objects, knobs, keys and/or buttons

Light

Lifting up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds. May be required to regularly stand for extended periods of time, walk, reach with hands/arms with full range of motion, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, push or pull. Regularly required to talk and hear. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to hold, handle and feel objects, knobs, keys and/or buttons.

Medium

Lifting up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. May be required to regularly stand for extended periods of time, walk, reach with hands/arms with full range of motion, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, push or pull. Regularly required to talk and hear. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to hold, handle and feel objects, knobs, keys and/or buttons.

Heavy

Lifting up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May be required to regularly stand for extended periods of time, walk, reach with hands/arms with full range of motion, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, push or pull. Regularly required to talk and hear. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to hold, handle and feel objects, knobs, keys and/or buttons.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Limited

General office environment where the employee is infrequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles or outside weather conditions. The noise level is usually quite.

Moderate

Employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level is usually moderate.

High

Employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. Employee is occasionally exposed to high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and/or vibration. The noise level is usually loud.