Vice President, Finance & Controller

Summary

Vice President Accounting and Controller is a senior member of the Finance team responsible for overseeing the agency’s day-to-day financial operations, ensuring compliance, optimizing workflow and providing strategic financial guidance.

• Oversee all accounting operations, including payables, receivables, payroll and tax preparation
• Preparation and oversight of the agency’s month‑end / year‑end close processes and yearly financial statements with footnotes according to GAAP and FASB
• Work closely with audit firm during annual audits
• Collaborate with VP Finance, Grants & Budget in managing monthly financial reporting including financial statements, budget vs. actual analysis, and business metrics
• Analyze monthly financial results and prepare monthly financial reporting for management
• Design and produce a real‑time key business metrics dashboard used by management to monitor operational and financial performance
• Serve as Finance team Project Manager for system conversion. Lead team to maintain the infrastructure, and implement ERP systems
• Maintain the Financial General Ledger System, including account maintenance and the report production
• Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer in departmental decision making
• Provide the Chief Financial Officer with scenarios on various financial issues
• Assist the Chief Financial Officer to ensure compliance with government agencies’ rules and regulations
• Prepare the agency’s yearly cash projection and assist the Chief Financial Officer with the agency’s cash flow decision making
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning. Supervise a staff of ten
• Monitor and manage the agency’s investment portfolio
• Plan and manage the agency’s retirement plans audit and the filing of the 5500s for the retirement and fringe benefit plans
• Manage and plan the agency’s monthly and yearly closing
• Assist in the agency’s yearly budget process
• Develop and implement payroll and accounting policies and procedures to tighten internal controls
• Serve as a liaison between Safe Horizon’s and its employees, financial institutions, auditors and vendors
• Oversee the processing of the agency’s W2s and 1099s
• Implement and refine policies, systems and procedures to maximize effectiveness
• Serve as system administrator for the Finance Department
• Provide the Chief Financial Officer with timely reports and analysis as required
• Responsible for operational troubleshooting and problem solving
• Other related responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
• A minimum of five years of experience as a Controller/non‑profit senior Finance professional or in an equivalent senior accounting leadership role
• Proficiency in financial reporting, ERP systems and data analysis tools
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and experience in financial systems and proficiency in Microsoft 365

• Advanced degree or CPA desirable

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Hiring Range: $,000 per year

Full‑time

Hours:

35 Hours per week

Full‑time Benefits:
Paid time‑off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center