Controller

YMCA
Salary
$125,000.00
$150,000.00
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Job Description

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations and financial integrity of the company. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, timely close processes, and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This role serves as a key partner to Finance leadership, department leaders, and external auditors, supporting sound financial stewardship and data-driven decision-making across a multi-location organization.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
  • CPA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including nonprofit or fund accounting.
  • Prior experience leading audits and managing close processes.
  • Experience in a multi-location or complex organizational environment preferred.
Essential Functions

 

  • Oversee all general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and balance sheet activities.
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
  • Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules for accuracy and completeness.
  • Maintain consistency and integrity of financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
  • Prepare and review internal financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
  • Support the CFO with financial analysis, variance explanations, and trend reporting.
  • Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funds.
  • Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, grant and contract provisions, and organizational policies.
  • Lead annual audit preparation and serve as a primary liaison with external auditors.
  • Support risk management efforts and continuous improvement of accounting controls and procedures. 
  • Provide oversight, guidance, and technical support to accounting staff and finance team members.
  • Partner with HR, Operations, Development, and leadership to ensure financial alignment and compliance.
  • Support cross-functional initiatives, new programs, system enhancements, and organizational growth initiatives. 
  • Oversee effective use of financial systems and reporting tools.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.
  • Maintain and update accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
  • Technical Accounting Expertise: Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, and financial close processes.
  • Internal Controls & Risk Management: Demonstrated ability to design and enforce effective internal controls and compliance practices.
  • Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
  • Leadership & Accountability: Ability to lead, mentor, and support staff while maintaining high standards of performance.
  • Systems & Process Orientation: Proficiency with accounting systems and process optimization.
  • Integrity & Stewardship: Commitment to ethical financial management, transparency, and organizational mission.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. 
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.  
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. 
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Required Certifications

CPA preferred