Controller
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee general ledger and accounting functions and systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements while maintaining accurate financial accounts for company and company foundation. Prepares monthly bank reconciliations, collections, and adjusting journal entries.
- Reviews and posts all banking, accounts receivable, accounts payable transactions, and monthly journal entries by Staff Accountants and Accounting Coordinator. Oversees the month-end closing process and general ledger reconciliations. Generates monthly reports under the direction of the Senior Director
- Provides asset and depreciation management
- Assists and helps manage annual financial audit including collecting, reviewing, and providing accurate documentation. Coordinates with the Senior Director to accurately complete the annual 990.
- Reviews, assists, and helps manage daily financial operational duties, including tracking financial data, invoicing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Monitors cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions.
- Generates and compiles financial reports as requested by internal and external stakeholders
- Assists in organization-wide budgeting, forecasting, and planning
- Oversee all payroll-related activities, including ensuring timely and accurate payroll and year-end forms
- Identifies and elevates issues, risks, and mitigations through effective analysis
- In conjunction with the Senior Director, helps create, update and maintain finance policies and standard operating procedures; trains and educates staff on policies and procedures, as needed
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, internal controls, and be a thought partner for the Senior Director in areas of fiscal management
- Bachelorâs degree in Accounting or related field required
- 6+ years of relevant experience in the accounting field
- 2+ years of experience in a Senior Accounting / Controller level role
- 1+ years of Nonprofit experience required
- 1+ years of Foundation Accounting experience preferred
- CPA or Masterâs degree preferred
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment as part of a team atmosphere, including effective coordination with members of other departments
- Highly organized and able to prioritize tasks; attention to detail is a must
- Working knowledge of financial management software and systems
- Excellent use of MS Office products, especially MS Excel
- Proven track record of strong supervisory experience, including team leadership, performance management, and conflict resolution.