International Youth Foundation
Financial Controller
International Youth Foundation, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Job Title
Financial Controller
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International Youth Foundation Location: US Remote (limited to: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, and Washington D.C.) Base pay range:
$135,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr About International Youth Foundation
For 35 years, our sole focus has been to help young people succeed. Our work is fueled by the belief that young women and men everywhere possess dreams, ambition, and the same spark of potential. We forge global and local partnerships that transform lives, together. About the Role
The Controller is a member of IYF’s Finance and Accounting department. The Controller leads the Accounting unit and is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting and audit functions for the global organization. The position oversees the internal and external team in designing and implementing timely accounting and GAAP compliant financial reporting that are essential in the support of business and investment decisions. Functionally, the Controller is responsible for ensuring that the global accounting, treasury, and statutory and management reporting systems and policies provide high quality, timely data and analysis for decision support. The Controller works closely with the COO and senior leadership on strategic matters, including the setting of departmental priorities, as well as representing the department in cross-organizational working groups. The Controller provides innovative solutions for emerging financial management needs and serves with the COO as key staff for the Investment & Audit Committee of the Board. This position communicates with a diverse staff in multiple locations using email, video and audio conference technology. This position must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively and diplomatically globally. We strongly encourage applications from candidates that would bring a unique or underrepresented perspective to our finance department. This role is extended as a line of succession to the CFO over a 2–3-year period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Strategic Leadership & Governance Support
Represent Accounting in cross-organization working groups and initiatives, strategic committees, and other cross-departmental groups.
Prepare required financial statements and schedules for Board and Committees.
Draft best-in-class policy and procedure for technical accounting and reporting.
Compliance & Risk Management
Develop internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
Ensure GAAP compliance, internal controls, policies and procedures; maintain integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of internal information.
Develop finance-related policies that uphold best practice standards for internal controls and duties.
Oversee payroll compliance for US paid employees, including expatriates.
Accounting Operations
Direct the organization’s accounting unit and establish accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Manage month-end close, financial statements, external audits, annual tax filings, and statutory reporting.
Coordinate accounting with Global Finance & Administration and Award Management units.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and build a high-performing team.
Cash, Treasury, Reporting
Manage cash, cash flow forecasting and planning.
Monitor investment portfolio performance and advise on changes.
Provide timely, accurate reporting; manage budgets for the accounting unit.
Lead accounting systems administration, ensuring configurations, trainings, and support for users.
Ensure internal controls are in place and functioning; update financial policies as needed.
Other
Represent the organization to external stakeholders (auditors, vendors, funders, partners, public officials).
Oversee Project Start Up from donor agreement to code setup and project initiation.
Provide regular updates to the COO on financials, cash flows, and investments.
Lead, supervise, train and develop the Accounting unit.
Other duties as assigned by the COO.
Job Level
Director Classification
Exempt Required Skills and Experience
CPA Required; Big 4 experience strongly preferred
High energy and commitment to working in a diverse, multi-cultural team
Support for IYF’s values, DEI initiatives, social justice and racial equity
Strong emotional intelligence and collaboration skills for global teams
Experience supervising, coaching, and developing diverse staff across global locations
BA in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (emphasis in accounting or finance)
Minimum 8 years of senior-level accounting management experience
Experience in global organizations with diverse funding; nonprofit experience preferred
Advanced knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, fund and grant accounting, compliance and reporting
Proficiency with accounting systems, internal controls, policy development, and planning/analysis
MS Office 365, GL, budgeting and reporting packages; Infor Cloud SunSystems, Infor Q&A, QuickBooks multi-currency experience
Experience with accounting software, databases; advanced Excel skills
Experience upgrading to cloud-based systems in the past 7 years is a plus
Strong problem-solving, time management, accuracy with numbers
Fluent in English (written and spoken); Spanish is a plus
Excellent communication, presentation and training skills
Willingness to respond to high-pressure periods; growth mindset and ability to execute
Must have the legal right to work in the US without visa sponsorship
Note: We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. IYF is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best work of your career.
Seniorority and Employment
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Analyst
Industries: International Trade and Development
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Financial Controller
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International Youth Foundation Location: US Remote (limited to: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, and Washington D.C.) Base pay range:
$135,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr About International Youth Foundation
For 35 years, our sole focus has been to help young people succeed. Our work is fueled by the belief that young women and men everywhere possess dreams, ambition, and the same spark of potential. We forge global and local partnerships that transform lives, together. About the Role
The Controller is a member of IYF’s Finance and Accounting department. The Controller leads the Accounting unit and is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting and audit functions for the global organization. The position oversees the internal and external team in designing and implementing timely accounting and GAAP compliant financial reporting that are essential in the support of business and investment decisions. Functionally, the Controller is responsible for ensuring that the global accounting, treasury, and statutory and management reporting systems and policies provide high quality, timely data and analysis for decision support. The Controller works closely with the COO and senior leadership on strategic matters, including the setting of departmental priorities, as well as representing the department in cross-organizational working groups. The Controller provides innovative solutions for emerging financial management needs and serves with the COO as key staff for the Investment & Audit Committee of the Board. This position communicates with a diverse staff in multiple locations using email, video and audio conference technology. This position must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively and diplomatically globally. We strongly encourage applications from candidates that would bring a unique or underrepresented perspective to our finance department. This role is extended as a line of succession to the CFO over a 2–3-year period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Strategic Leadership & Governance Support
Represent Accounting in cross-organization working groups and initiatives, strategic committees, and other cross-departmental groups.
Prepare required financial statements and schedules for Board and Committees.
Draft best-in-class policy and procedure for technical accounting and reporting.
Compliance & Risk Management
Develop internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
Ensure GAAP compliance, internal controls, policies and procedures; maintain integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of internal information.
Develop finance-related policies that uphold best practice standards for internal controls and duties.
Oversee payroll compliance for US paid employees, including expatriates.
Accounting Operations
Direct the organization’s accounting unit and establish accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Manage month-end close, financial statements, external audits, annual tax filings, and statutory reporting.
Coordinate accounting with Global Finance & Administration and Award Management units.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and build a high-performing team.
Cash, Treasury, Reporting
Manage cash, cash flow forecasting and planning.
Monitor investment portfolio performance and advise on changes.
Provide timely, accurate reporting; manage budgets for the accounting unit.
Lead accounting systems administration, ensuring configurations, trainings, and support for users.
Ensure internal controls are in place and functioning; update financial policies as needed.
Other
Represent the organization to external stakeholders (auditors, vendors, funders, partners, public officials).
Oversee Project Start Up from donor agreement to code setup and project initiation.
Provide regular updates to the COO on financials, cash flows, and investments.
Lead, supervise, train and develop the Accounting unit.
Other duties as assigned by the COO.
Job Level
Director Classification
Exempt Required Skills and Experience
CPA Required; Big 4 experience strongly preferred
High energy and commitment to working in a diverse, multi-cultural team
Support for IYF’s values, DEI initiatives, social justice and racial equity
Strong emotional intelligence and collaboration skills for global teams
Experience supervising, coaching, and developing diverse staff across global locations
BA in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (emphasis in accounting or finance)
Minimum 8 years of senior-level accounting management experience
Experience in global organizations with diverse funding; nonprofit experience preferred
Advanced knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, fund and grant accounting, compliance and reporting
Proficiency with accounting systems, internal controls, policy development, and planning/analysis
MS Office 365, GL, budgeting and reporting packages; Infor Cloud SunSystems, Infor Q&A, QuickBooks multi-currency experience
Experience with accounting software, databases; advanced Excel skills
Experience upgrading to cloud-based systems in the past 7 years is a plus
Strong problem-solving, time management, accuracy with numbers
Fluent in English (written and spoken); Spanish is a plus
Excellent communication, presentation and training skills
Willingness to respond to high-pressure periods; growth mindset and ability to execute
Must have the legal right to work in the US without visa sponsorship
Note: We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. IYF is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best work of your career.
Seniorority and Employment
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Analyst
Industries: International Trade and Development
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