Controller

About the role

The Controller will oversee all accounting and reporting activities, leading the team in areas such as accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grants administration. They will ensure that SHELTER, Inc. and its affiliates have the necessary systems and procedures to support effective program management and conduct flawless audits.

Responsibilities

• Direct and enhance the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of all accounting activities.
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the general ledger, including fixed assets and property accounting.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and assist with other reporting as needed.
• Ensure all financial reporting adheres to GAAP while proactively evolving processes to support organizational growth and scalability.
• Maintain internal controls and safeguards for assets, revenue, expenses, and program budgets.
• Cookordination and oversight of audit activity to facilitate efficient audits by providing required schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation and timely resolving any open items or findings.
• Work closely with program and administrative staff to support proper financial accounting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Master of Business Administration or CPA is highly desired.
• 3+ years' experience as a Controller within the nonprofit sector required.
• Have a successful track record in nonprofit grants management, compliance, and reporting of government, corporate and foundation grants.
• 8+ Years' experience in accounting.
• Proven experience as an accounting manager, senior accounting manager or in similar roles.
• Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting for investments.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficient using large ERP systems, tools (Sage Intacct highly desirable) and advanced Excel capabilities to enhance accounting processes, reporting, and analytics in large and dynamic organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present financial information.
• Able/willing to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check.
• Must provide TB test clearance.

Skills

• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and unwavering commitment to the agency’s mission.
• Ability to be a proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who will be responsible and accountable.
• Strong financial analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent follow through and a “can do” attitude.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing demands, and meeting critical deadlines with flexibility.
• Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

Benefits

• 18 days of Paid Time Off
• 15 paid holidays, including your birthday!
• 100% paid medical insurance (Kaiser, Anthem Blue Cross), dental, vision for employees, 50% for your dependents.
• 100% paid Group Term Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-term disability insurance
• Up to $3,000 Tuition Reimbursement a year
• 403b with SHELTER Inc., matching contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Internal growth opportunities

Position Requirements

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check.
• Must provide TB test clearance.