Controller

Wayne Metro Community Action Agency

  • Detroit, MI
  • $119,000-130,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Job DetailsJob Location: Lakeshore Office - Detroit, MISalary Range: $119000.00 - $130000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: AccountingDescriptionScope:This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the agency's financial operations, with a particular focus on balance sheet management, account reconciliations, internal controls, and audit preparation. The Controller is responsible for the maintenance of the agency's financial data and reporting to provide Leadership and Agency stakeholders with accurate information necessary for delivering high-quality services to low-income people.Essential Functions
  • Reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer on all aspects of agency financial management.
  • Continuously review, develop, and implement strong internal control policies and procedures to safeguard agency assets and ensure compliance with all regulations.
  • Oversee the Agency's balance sheet which includes but is not limited to bank reconciliations, reconciliation of account receivable and payables, debt, fixed assets, and other assets and liabilities.
  • Oversee the Assistant Controller.
  • Directs, consolidates, and analyzes all cost accounting procedures together with other statistical and routine reports, including monthly departmental reports.
  • Provides technical assistance on matters related, but not limited to, cost analysis, fiscal projections, and alternative financing methods/resources.
  • Remains current on funder policies related to applicable procedures and regulations, including Federal Uniform Guidance.
  • Prepares and assists in month- and year-end closings.
  • Lead the preparation for the annual financial audit, working closely with external auditors to provide all necessary documentation and explanations. Serve as the primary point of contact for audit inquiries.
  • Review statistical and narrative programmatic reports for internal and external use for accuracy and provide feedback to staff preparing the report.
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including the Statement of Financial Position and Statement of Activities.
  • Review sub-recipient requests for proposals, contracts, and monitoring.
  • Participate in database-related meetings, conferences, training, and events, and, where appropriate, serve on committees.
  • Provide day-to-day supervision and direction to assigned staff including but not limited to, establishing work methods/techniques; conferring with staff on their work and counseling staff upon their selected approaches to accomplishing work goals; serving as a liaison to professional consultants and volunteers; evaluating staff performance; evaluating staff development needs and determining appropriate training or coaching; and resolving staff conflicts.
  • Maintains a positive attitude towards assigned work, clients, and staff, and a willingness to work with others.
  • Performs work in a professional manner that upholds Wayne Metro's policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment with a usually quiet noise level. This is largely a sedentary role, and the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, frequently use hands and to talk or hear.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance OR a combination of education and experience that is equivalent.
  • A minimum of eight years of experience.
  • Four or more years of professional related experience in audit or accounting or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allow strategic data interpretation versus. simple reporting.
  • Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels, including non-finance personnel.
  • Ability to maintain documentation of work including file maintenance and report development.
Minimum Competencies:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) required.
  • Working knowledge of basic internet applications and programs including Google technology. The ability to learn and utilize the necessary programs for this position.
  • Working knowledge of intermediate internet applications and programs including Google technology. Sage Intacct Software a plus.
  • Ability to learn and utilize the necessary programs for this position.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
  • Good interpersonal and professional skills including but not limited to professional appearance, tact, punctuality, and dependability.
  • Ability to provide services for those people facing economic, social, health, age, and educational barriers.
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment (as deemed necessary).
  • Perform work in a manner that upholds Wayne Metro policies and procedures.
Preferred Competencies (not required)
  • Knowledge of EmpowOR and ServicePoint.
Licensing and Other Requirements:
  • Valid identification and reliable transportation.
  • Although the Covid-19 vaccination is no longer mandated, it is encouraged. Wayne Metro will always prioritize the safety of our staff and clients.
Travel Requirements:
  • Ability to travel to various sites.
Work Hours:Work to be scheduled Monday through Friday with specific hours to be determined by program needs.Other DutiesPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEOE/M/F/D/V

Wayne Metro Community Action Agency