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Brilliant Corners

Controller

Brilliant Corners, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Overview Location : California

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

Organization : Brilliant Corners was founded in 2004 to provide innovative housing and housing-related services to California's 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. We are growing rapidly and seek inspired, talented people who want to effect profound change and have fun doing it.

Position : Controller

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 nonprofit and property accounting, budgeting, 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 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

Champion automation, reporting tools, and process improvements to streamline workflows

Ensure ERP and financial systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Vena) 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 align 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 Programs, Operations, People Operations, and Fund Development 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 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

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 nonprofit or public accounting experience

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 HCM systems

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and complex projects

Strategic thinker with a systems mindset

High 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 and honoring dignity, diversity, and experience

Community: Building a better future through partnership and collaboration

Ingenuity: Innovating for transformation and systems-change

Physical Requirements Candidates should have physical mobility for standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be able to sit for up to 6–8 hours a day and lift up to 15 pounds as needed. Requires good analytical reasoning and document interpretation.

Salary : $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, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. We are committed to an inclusive and welcoming environment for all staff, clients, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and partners.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

Retirement Plan (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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