Assistant Controller

Make a Real Impact in Your Community!

Community Solutions is seeking a full‑time Assistant Controller for our non‑profit dedicated to helping individuals at risk of becoming involved in or have been involved in the child welfare and/or criminal justice system. This position is based in our corporate office in Windsor, CT. The Assistant Controller will assist the Controller in maintaining accurate, timely, and compliant financial records; prepare journal entries and month‑/year‑end closings;

perform account analysis and reconciliations; support cash management and prepare schedules for the annual audit. The role also helps design, document, and monitor internal controls (including segregation of duties) and supports the development of the organization’s indirect cost rate.

• Life‑Changing Work:
  Help individuals on parole rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.
• Trauma‑Informed Approach: CSI is committed to understanding and addressing trauma. Ongoing training ensures support of clients with care and compassion.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Work closely with the Program Director, MST Experts, and external stakeholders in a supportive, team‑oriented setting.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Expand your expertise with clinical licensure supervision, training, certification, and professional development in a growing organization.

• Prepare and post month‑end and year‑end closing entries, allocations, and accruals in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist with daily cash monitoring, internal bank transfers, external wires, and annual cash‑flow projections.
• Analyze balance‑sheet activity (e.g., accounts payable/receivable), prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules, and post adjustments as needed.
• Train and assist managers in the development, monitoring, and variance review of annual operating budgets and monthly financial statements.
• Prepare audit work papers and lead schedules; respond to audit requests and resolve open items.
• Maintain and test internal controls, including segregation of duties; recommend improvements to policies and procedures.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and the integrity of the general ledger; ensure documentation is complete and organized.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of the organization’s federal indirect cost rate and cost‑allocation methodologies.
• Prepare ad‑hoc financial analyses, pro forma projections, and historical reports to support decision‑making.
• Serve as backup for assigned accounting and agency functions; perform project‑based tasks as directed.
• Perform other reasonable and relevant duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management, or related field.
• Ten years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial reporting, or bookkeeping.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, government accounting principles, practices, and procedures, audit and management practices.
• Excellent communication skills, including oral, written, and interpersonal.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Proven ability to work with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and One Drive.

• Nonprofit accounting experience (federal, state, and foundation awards).
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge‑NXT or comparable ERP.
• Recent audit preparation experience.
• CPA or relevant Master’s degree.

• Generous Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation the first year (increasing to 3 weeks after 1 year), 7 days of sick time, and 4 floating holidays.
• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, and voluntary vision plans, plus FSA, short‑term disability, accident insurance, hospital coverage, life insurance, and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan:
  Automatic enrollment with a 100% company match up to 4%.
• Professional Development:
  Clinical license supervision, tuition reimbursement after 1 year, plus ongoing training and opportunities for certification.
• Mileage Reimbursement:
  Reimbursement for business‑related travel at the current IRS rate.

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