Description

We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Controller in the non-profit industry based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. As a Controller, you will have the crucial role of managing all aspects of the finance unit, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash Receipts, Restricted Grants Management, and General Ledger functions. This position requires the candidate to be onsite in Cambridge 1x a week.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing daily operations of the finance unit, ensuring smooth functioning of all related activities.

• Managing the monthly reconciliation process for all balance sheet accounts, which includes bank accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, investments, fixed assets and other liability accounts.

• Establishing and maintaining a centralized vendor administration function to manage provider payouts.

• Coordinating and managing the annual finance audit and year-end tax reports, under the general direction of the Chief Administration Officer.

• Managing the filing process of subsidiary financial reports, tax filings and other government-required filings.

• Overseeing and managing reports on lobbying activities and Form 990 reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role within the non-profit sector.

• Proficient in using Abila MIP software for financial management.

• In-depth knowledge of non-profit accounting principles and regulations.

• Experience in preparing and filing Tax Form 990 for non-profit organizations.

• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and prepare reports.

• Excellent leadership abilities to manage and guide the financial team.

• Outstanding communication skills to liaise with internal teams and stakeholders.

• Ability to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organization's goals.

• Comprehensive understanding of financial audits, risk management, and cash-flow management.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required.

• Certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is preferred.

• Familiarity with budgeting processes and financial forecasting for non-profit organizations.

• Detail-oriented and able to spot any cases of financial misconduct or inefficiency.

• High level of integrity and detail-oriented ethics.

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