This is a well established and highly respected nonprofit located in Los Angeles, seeking a Controller. The Controller, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, oversees and manages the organization's accounting practices, financial controls, financial reporting, audit(s), and tax filings.
Position Elements:
-Oversees Accounting, including being responsible for:
-Oversees payroll department functions including payroll input, employees’ gross and net pay, payroll department policies and procedures and compliance with relevant regulations.
-Responsible for implementing best practices in financial accounting and interpreting the pronouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards Board
-Works closely with independent auditors on the preparation for the annual audit and approves all workpapers.
Position Requirements:
-CPA required.
-BA preferred with financial and accounting background
-Minimum of 10 years finance and accounting experience with increasing levels of management responsibilities and strong knowledge of non-profit sector accounting.
-Expert knowledge of accounting and proficient with general ledger software, Microsoft Office and general ledger report writing software.
-Must be well organized and deadline and detailed oriented while having the ability to “see the big picture.”
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-Must be committed to building a cohesive team of accounting professionals. Ability to foster teamwork, employee morale, motivation, and open communication with a consistent, approachable demeanor.
-Demonstrated ability to forge strong, trusting relationships with management, staff and direct reports to help grow their effectiveness.