Corporate Controller

About the role

The Corporate Controller plays a vital role within the Accounting Department at Norfolk Botanical Garden, overseeing financial accounting and reporting operations. This position assists the Vice President of Finance to ensure the accurate and timely preparation of budgets and financial reports. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, extensive experience in accounting, and the ability to interpret financial data to support organizational decision-making. This role requires a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration in a dynamic nonprofit environment. Reports to the Vice President of Finance and supervises the Accounting Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of general ledger activities, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records in accordance with applicable accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Perform the month-end close processes, including the preparation and posting of closing journal entries, comprehensive account reconciliations, and timely resolution of discrepancies to ensure accurate and complete financial reporting.
• Lead the preparation of monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and appropriate financial classification prior to final approval.
• Collaborate with the VP of Finance on the development and administration of the organization-wide annual budget, partnering with department leaders to research, analyze, and recommend allocations across departments and expense categories in alignment with strategic priorities and long-term financial sustainability.
• Prepare and oversee monthly departmental budget reports, analyzing budget-to-actual results and providing financial insights, recommendations, and guidance to support informed decision-making and fiscal accountability.
• Maintain appropriate financial documentation and records to support accurate reporting, internal controls, audit readiness, and