Artists ReEnvisioning Tomorrow Inc
Position Summary
The Finance & Grants Controller is the lead financial steward for ART INC, responsible for accurate financial management, strong internal controls, and full compliance with all grants and contracts. This role integrates controller-level financial oversight with grant compliance leadership, managing the full cycle from budget development to reporting while reducing reliance on outside accountants.
The Controller will oversee daily finance operations, prepare and review budgets, create weekly cash flow reports, manage and submit PFRs, monitor restricted/unrestricted funds, and ensure that all reporting is timely, compliant, and audit-ready. They will work directly with the CEO, the Chief Operations & Program Officer, Board Treasurer, the grant writer, and external accountants (CLA) to safeguard ART INC's financial health and support long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Finance & Compliance
Develop and manage budgets for state, federal, foundation, and corporate grants. Own CSA reporting, grant narratives, and compliance calendars. Track restricted/unrestricted funds and allocations. Ensure timely and accurate submission of all grants financial reports. Prepare, submit, and track PFRs for all grants. Enforce compliance with 2 CFR 200 and other funder requirements. Financial Oversight & Controls
Serve as ART INC's internal Controller, maintaining strong financial systems and internal controls. Manage monthly closes, reconciliations, and internal financial statements. Create and maintain weekly cash flow reports with actionable analysis for leadership. Lead audit preparation and serve as the point of contact with auditors. Implement systems that reduce reliance on external accountants while ensuring accuracy. Present financial updates and compliance reports to the CEO and Board. Strategic & Organizational Leadership
Work directly with the CEO and Chief Operations & Program Officer to align budgets, cash flow, and compliance with strategic goals. Partner with program staff and grant writer to ensure financial accuracy in grant proposals and program budgets. Provide financial analysis to inform strategic decisions. Train and guide managers on allowable expenses, budget tracking, and compliance. Build scalable financial infrastructure to support ART INC's future growth. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or nonprofit finance certification strongly preferred). 5+ years of experience in nonprofit finance, including grants compliance and budgeting. Strong knowledge of federal and state grant requirements (2 CFR 200). Demonstrated success managing audits and financial reporting. Proficiency with QuickBooks, CSA, and grant reporting systems (Fathom experience a plus). Highly detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills. Mission-driven, collaborative, and able to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance staff.
Why This Role Matters
The Finance & Grants Controller will relieve the CEO of day-to-day financial and grant compliance duties, reduce dependency on costly outside accountants, and strengthen ART INC's transparency with funders, auditors, and the Board. By creating reliable cash flow reports, managing CSA and PFRs, and overseeing compliance, this role ensures that ART INC's growth is sustainable and its mission is financially supported.
The Finance & Grants Controller is the lead financial steward for ART INC, responsible for accurate financial management, strong internal controls, and full compliance with all grants and contracts. This role integrates controller-level financial oversight with grant compliance leadership, managing the full cycle from budget development to reporting while reducing reliance on outside accountants.
The Controller will oversee daily finance operations, prepare and review budgets, create weekly cash flow reports, manage and submit PFRs, monitor restricted/unrestricted funds, and ensure that all reporting is timely, compliant, and audit-ready. They will work directly with the CEO, the Chief Operations & Program Officer, Board Treasurer, the grant writer, and external accountants (CLA) to safeguard ART INC's financial health and support long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Finance & Compliance
Develop and manage budgets for state, federal, foundation, and corporate grants. Own CSA reporting, grant narratives, and compliance calendars. Track restricted/unrestricted funds and allocations. Ensure timely and accurate submission of all grants financial reports. Prepare, submit, and track PFRs for all grants. Enforce compliance with 2 CFR 200 and other funder requirements. Financial Oversight & Controls
Serve as ART INC's internal Controller, maintaining strong financial systems and internal controls. Manage monthly closes, reconciliations, and internal financial statements. Create and maintain weekly cash flow reports with actionable analysis for leadership. Lead audit preparation and serve as the point of contact with auditors. Implement systems that reduce reliance on external accountants while ensuring accuracy. Present financial updates and compliance reports to the CEO and Board. Strategic & Organizational Leadership
Work directly with the CEO and Chief Operations & Program Officer to align budgets, cash flow, and compliance with strategic goals. Partner with program staff and grant writer to ensure financial accuracy in grant proposals and program budgets. Provide financial analysis to inform strategic decisions. Train and guide managers on allowable expenses, budget tracking, and compliance. Build scalable financial infrastructure to support ART INC's future growth. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or nonprofit finance certification strongly preferred). 5+ years of experience in nonprofit finance, including grants compliance and budgeting. Strong knowledge of federal and state grant requirements (2 CFR 200). Demonstrated success managing audits and financial reporting. Proficiency with QuickBooks, CSA, and grant reporting systems (Fathom experience a plus). Highly detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills. Mission-driven, collaborative, and able to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance staff.
Why This Role Matters
The Finance & Grants Controller will relieve the CEO of day-to-day financial and grant compliance duties, reduce dependency on costly outside accountants, and strengthen ART INC's transparency with funders, auditors, and the Board. By creating reliable cash flow reports, managing CSA and PFRs, and overseeing compliance, this role ensures that ART INC's growth is sustainable and its mission is financially supported.