Controller

Core Responsibilities (Primary Focus Areas)

Month-End Close Ownership (Top Priority)
•    Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
•    Ensure all journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time
•    Establish and enforce a structured close calendar and review process
•    Maintain full ownership of the general ledger

Accounting Accuracy & Financial Integrity
•    Ensure financial statements are accurate and prepared in accordance with GAAP
•    Oversee all balance sheet reconciliations and review processes
•    Maintain strong control over account classifications and cutoff
•    Identify and resolve accounting issues proactively

 Audit Ownership
•    Lead the annual audit process end-to-end
•    Prepare and review audit workpapers and supporting schedules
•    Serve as the primary contact for external auditors
•    Oversee preparation of IRS Form 990 and required filings

Supporting Responsibilities
Accounting Operations
•    Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions
•    Ensure consistent and accurate processing across all branches

Payroll Oversight (in partnership with HR)

•    Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and accruals
•    Partner with HR and payroll providers to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing

Internal Controls & Process Improvement
•    Strengthen and enforce internal controls
•    Improve accounting workflows, documentation, and close timelines
•    Ensure consistent financial processes across the organization

Team Leadership
•    Directly supervise: Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable
•    Establish accountability, structure, and performance expectations

Budget Support (Secondary)
•    Support the CFO in the annual budget process
•    Assist with variance analysis and financial reporting

Organizational Relationships
•    Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
•    Works in tandem with: Grants & Finance Manager