Controller

The Opportunity

AAF is seeking a full-time Controller with extensive experience in technical accounting within the nonprofit sector. The Controller will play a crucial role in maintaining the accuracy of financial records, implementing efficient accounting processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles.

The ideal candidate is someone with 7+ years of experience navigating the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) guidelines; working with financial reports and budgeting; who has the ability to forecast; and who is extremely detail-oriented, with a passion for process improvement. This person will report to the Deputy Director and manage one accountant.

The Controller’s responsibilities include:

● Prepare AAF’s financial statements and lead the preparation of the annual audit;

● Review any gifts and grants received to ensure proper accounting and reporting, as well as spending compliance of grants with donor restrictions;

● Maintain current knowledge of GAAP; federal and state policies and directives; and accounting changes;

● Execute and oversee day-to-day accounting processes and financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);

● Lead the preparation of regulatory filings and AAF's financial statements; 

● Collaborate with departmental directors to design program budgets and monitor revenues and expenditures;

● Provide monthly reports on budget versus actuals, with updated year-end projections;

● Analyze and address unusual variances in budget and cash flow, providing timely updates and explanations to management;

● Supervise cash flow management to maintain a required fluid cash position;

● Ensure the confidentiality of financial information and plans, enforcing internal controls and reporting systems;

● Coach, counsel, and oversee the performance of staff accountant;

● Periodically review general ledger transactions, including receivables, payables, and payroll, making necessary adjustments;

● Other duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:

● 7+ years of relevant work experience, including experience in a senior financial role within a nonprofit; 

● Strong financial analytical skills and extensive knowledge of nonprofit financial accounting and reporting requirements;

● Knowledge of QuickBooks Online;

● Experience with cloud-based accounting systems desired;

● Exceptional detail orientation and time management skills;

● Alignment with AAF’s values of policy advocacy, public awareness, and nonprofit support;

● Familiarity with the City of New York Health and Human Services Cost Policies and Procedures manual a plus; 

● A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent academic background or experience is ideal, with a preference for candidates pursuing a Master's degree in Accounting;

● Ability to work closely with a diverse team.

Requirements

All new hires must be vaccinated and must stay up to date with vaccines against the COVID-19 virus unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered a position with AAF, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by AAF. 

A comprehensive benefits package includes 100% employee health care, dental and vision coverage, disability insurance, commuter benefits, as well as a 403(b) plan and generous paid time off.