Controller
TAWANI Enterprises, Inc. · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
HybridAccountingFull-time
About the role
The Controller provides financial oversight of and direct accounting services for Tawani Enterprises, selected limited liability companies, non-profit organizations, and affiliated partnerships. The services include accounts payable, invoices and accounts receivable, account reconciliations, cash management, preparation of all financial reports, and assistance with special projects as required by the CFO.
Responsibilities
- Provide financial oversight and direct accounting services for various entities.
- Manage accounts payable, invoices and accounts receivable, and perform account reconciliations.
- Prepare all financial reports and assist with special projects as required by the CFO.
- Coordinate the preparation of monthly financial statements and flash reports.
- Perform monthly balance sheet, income statement, and cash position variance analysis.
- Manage the accounting department staff, develop them, and maintain a positive work environment.
- Aid in budget preparation and forecasting for all entities.
- Support business heads with financial and business information.
- Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and servicing of clients.
- Design, implement, and monitor accounting policies and procedures to ensure appropriate internal controls.
- Support annual external audits for all entities.
- Furnish necessary information for annual tax returns.
- Review and reconcile all balance sheet accounts monthly, including bank accounts, fixed assets, depreciation, construction accounts, partner equity accounts, intercompany activity, and other payables, accruals, and assets.
- Administer and assist in the selection, design, and implementation of any new accounting systems.
- Assist with other special projects as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- 10 – 15 years of experience in financial accounting, including experience with general corporate and real estate accounting.
- Experience leading and developing teams.
- Nonprofit experience and multi-entity environment accounting.
- Experience with tax return preparation (non-profit and partnership), contract management, and development accounting.
- Intermediate to expert facility with Microsoft Office, Yardi, QuickBooks, or other comparable software.
- Familiarity with conversion processes is helpful.
- Extremely detail-oriented, strong technology, and communication skills, and a proven team player are essential.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K Match
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Time