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Brilliant Corners

Controller

Brilliant Corners, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Location : California

Salary : $145,000-165,000 per year, exempt

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California's most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans' services, and health care sectors.

In short, we do good work.

We have offices statewide with a staff of passionate people. While we are growing rapidly, we are also selective: We\'re seeking inspired, talented people who want to be effecting profound change and who have fun doing it.

Position Summary Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Controller serves as a key financial leader, overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and strategic financial initiatives. This role ensures financial stability and transparency by managing, budgeting, nonprofit and property accounting, and the design and execution of internal controls, while providing essential financial insights to support organizational growth and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Ensure timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting across all entities

Lead monthly and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements

Conduct variance analysis, financial modeling, and scenario planning to provide strategic insights to leadership

Manage multi-entity consolidations, including eliminations, intercompany allocations, and reconciliations

Accounting Operations

Oversee the full accounting cycle across all business units, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Maintain compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Manage complex property and real estate development accounting, including capital project tracking and depreciation schedules

Implement and monitor intercompany transactions to ensure accurate recording and reconciliation across entities

Audit, Tax, and Compliance

Lead annual financial audits and ensure timely, accurate tax filings (including IRS Form 990)

Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors, serving as the primary liaison

Oversee grant and fund accounting, ensuring accurate tracking of restricted funds and compliance with grantor requirements

Internal Controls & Financial Systems

Develop, implement, and regularly update internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to ensure operational integrity and risk mitigation

Champion the use of automation, reporting tools, and process improvements to streamline workflows and improve efficiency

Ensure ERP and financial systems are optimized for multi-entity reporting, allocations, and consolidations

Budgeting & Financial Management

Oversee organizational and program budgets in collaboration with department leaders

Monitor expenditures to ensure alignment with budgetary goals, funder requirements, and grant terms

Support budget holders with training and tools to promote financial literacy and accountability

Strategic Partnership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with departments to align financial operations with strategic goals

Provide financial analysis and forecasting to inform decision-making, resource allocation, and long-term planning

Team Leadership & Development

Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth

Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching and development opportunities

Organizational Training & Capacity Building

Develop and lead training initiatives to enhance financial literacy and compliance across the organization

Implement project management tools and reporting frameworks to track financial deliverables and ensure accountability

Additional Key Responsibilities

Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting in line with GAAP and regulatory standards, with actionable variance analysis

Prepare and deliver financial reports and manage external audits and 990 filings

Develop and enforce internal controls, policies, and systems, and optimize reporting and automation

Monitor departmental spending and collaborate with budget holders to ensure fiscal discipline

Lead efforts to streamline financial workflows and promote data-driven decision making

Requirements

Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CMA preferred; MBA or Master\'s in Accounting is a plus

Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in nonprofit or public accounting

At least 10 years of experience managing and developing accounting teams

Strong experience with:

Multi-entity consolidations and intercompany transactions

GAAP compliance and financial audits

Sage Intacct, Vena, or similar ERP systems

Property management and real estate development accounting

Payroll and Human Capital Management (HCM) systems

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and complex projects

Strategic thinker with a systems mindset

High level of integrity, fiscal responsibility, and alignment with mission-driven work

Core Competencies

Dealing with Ambiguity

Building Effective Teams

Priority Setting

Managing Through Systems

Functional/Technical Expertise

Organizational Values

Humanity: Putting people first

Community: Building a better future

Ingenuity: Innovating for transformation

Physical Requirements Candidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day. They should be able to lift, carry, push, pull light to moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely. Requires mental acuity for analytical reasoning and document interpretation.

Salary range for this position is $145,000-165,000 annually. This position is being offered at $145,000-$165,000 annually.

Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Hybrid Work

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