Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Controller - Non-Profit

Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 per year.

Our client is an applied technology demonstration and training center that validates, demonstrates, and encourages the adoption of leading-edge technologies into global industrial companies and the advanced manufacturing supply chain, while also providing the training and education necessary to utilize the capability of these advancements and drive efficiency.

• Growing company
• Strong benefits
• Great culture

Position Summary:

The Financial Controller is a key member of the finance team, responsible for overseeing all accounting operations and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. This role manages the Staff Accountant and Financial Analyst and works closely with the CFO to support strategic financial planning, compliance, and operational efficiency.

• Oversee all accounting functions, including payroll, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR).
• Supervise and support the Staff Accountant and Financial Analyst in daily operations and professional development.
• Maintain and monitor internal financial controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings; prepare accurate and timely financial statements.
• Build the detailed organizational budget in collaboration with the CFO and Financial Analyst.
• Manage the annual audit process, including coordination with external auditors and review of audited financial statements and IRS Form 990.
• Prepare and post general journal entries, as well as post AP, AR, and payroll journals.
• Actively manage organizational cash flow to ensure liquidity and financial stability, including monitoring accounts receivable and following up on aged items to support timely collections.
• Perform positive pay uploads and monitor daily bank activity to detect and prevent fraudulent transactions.
• Review and ensure the accuracy of program financial reports and funder submissions in accordance with contract requirements.
• Price commercial, state, and federal projects in alignment with funding guidelines and organizational goals.
• Prepare the annual federal incurred cost submission and indirect cost rate schedule.
• Review bank statements and reconciliations performed by G&A staff and periodically review balance sheet accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Support interdepartmental teams by providing financial insights to enhance forecasting accuracy and evaluate program financial performance.
• In conjunction with the Executive Assistant, review and approve employee expense reports to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Administer the organization's 401(k) plan, including the annual Form 5500 filing.
• Perform annual and periodic compliance reporting, including but not limited to:
  Workers' compensation audit for the organization's insurance carrier;
  Medical insurance census and survey; AIES Integrated Economic Survey;
  Payroll provider's Medical Coverage Year-End Summary.
• Serve as the administrator for the organization's timekeeping and financial software systems, ensuring proper configuration, user access, and system integrity.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred).

• Proven experience in non-profit financial management and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and federal grant regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must fulfill ITAR citizenship requirements.

• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.