Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

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Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children's Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and among the most highly respected. SCH is an equal opportunity employer who values an inclusive work environment that celebrates and recognizes the diversity of its employees. At SCH, we appreciate that having employees of many different backgrounds strengthens our organization, and we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve.

OVERVIEW
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The Controller oversees all accounting and financial reporting functions for the agency and its affiliated volunteer organizations. This role manages internal control systems, cash and investment activities, billing, collections, payroll, payables, benefits accounting, and tax filings. The Controller ensures fiscal compliance with all regulatory, grant, and contract requirements, serves as the primary contact for external audits, and provides leadership to the Accounting and Payroll teams.

1. (40%) Financial Reporting and Accounting

• Develop, implement, and monitor effective internal control systems for all fiscal operations, including payroll, benefits, cash, inventories, and fixed assets.
• Lead the preparation and distribution of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements by project or grant.
• Coordinate with the Grants Accounting Manager and/or Grants Billing Specialist to ensure accurate reporting to funders.
• Collaborate with the CFO to prepare materials, presentations, and agendas for Finance Committee meetings.
• Develop and maintain custom financial and statistical reports using Financial Edge® and related tools.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, and all applicable grant and regulatory standards.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive monthly closing schedule to manage team workload and deadlines.
• Verify that general ledger balances are supported by reconciled subsidiary systems and documentation.
• Maintain cost allocation methodologies consistent with GAAP and regulatory requirements; perform cost analyses and time studies as needed.
• Serve as the primary liaison for annual financial audits and other agency reviews; assist with the preparation of annual reports and Form 990 filings.
• Oversee accounting policy development, periodic audits of petty cash and assets, and the preparation of specialized financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filings in collaboration with external accountants.
• Maintain and regularly update the Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Support financial management for auxiliary and volunteer organizations.

2. (20%) Treasury and Cash Flow Management

• Prepare and maintain comprehensive cash flow reports and forecasts, reporting significant variances to the CFO and Finance Committee.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee cash, investments, endowments, and credit facilities per Board-approved policies.
• Supervise the accounts payable function to ensure effective management of disbursements and cash flow.

3. (20%) Personnel Management and Leadership

• Directly supervise and mentor Accounting and Payroll staff.
• Provide regular performance feedback, encourage professional growth, and conduct timely evaluations.
• Lead departmental meetings and training sessions.
• Ensure full compliance with agency and HR policies, including thorough onboarding for new employees.
• Review and recommend updates to job descriptions as needed.
• Complete special projects and assignments as directed by the CFO.

4. (10%) Budgeting and Productivity Reporting

• Assist the CFO and Grants Accounting Manager in developing the annual budget and interim updates.
• Maintain a detailed position control master file and ensure consistency between budget and accounting systems.
• Utilize data visualization tools to present clear and concise financial information.
• Monitor capital spending and asset tracking in compliance with…