Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Controller to join our team in Hartford, CT. This role is pivotal in managing and maintaining all financial reporting, treasury functions, and financial software oversight. This is a six-month contract-to-hire position, requiring onsite presence every day. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting and financial management, particularly within non-profit organizations, and will play a key role in driving financial planning and maximizing the return on invested funds.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the CFO to drive budgetary and financial planning, cost management, and maximize spending of all grant dollars.
- Develop annual and multi-year budgets, assess organizational financial performance, and provide recommendations to enhance financial performance.
- Lead the Finance team in reporting, revenue analysis, audit and tax filings, cash management, forecasting, and investment and asset management.
- Ensure compliance and timely filing with federal and state taxes.
- Manage liaison activities with the bank, external auditors, and software vendor.
- Create flash reports for VPs and CFO review.
- Prepare reports for monthly Finance Committee meetings.
- Complete year-end financial statements and footnotes.
- Act as Senior Accountant for the Meadows/Hartford Assisted Living Limited Partnership (HALLP).
- Review program job 6 reports and income statements after monthly closing.
- Perform other tasks and special reports as needed and instructed by the CFO.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA and/or Master’s degree required.
- Minimum of eight years of related experience required.
- Minimum four years of experience in a senior Finance management role required.
- Strong experience with managing full cycle accounting processes including accruals, audits, tax returns, cash deposits, tracking grants, vendor payments, and monthly close.
- Proficient in general ledger, reconciliation, month-end processes, financial reporting, and journal entries.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles, and Uniform Administrative Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Public Accounting and/or non-profit human service industry experience preferred.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel and MS Word.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service and organizational skills.