FeedMore Western New York
Job Type
Full-time
Description
This position is responsible for the oversight of financial and accounting services and the management of the organization's financial portfolio. This includes: cash management; investments; real estate; risk management; and purchasing. The Controller is involved in supervising a variety of financial activities including the review and approval of accounts receivable, payables, and grant disbursements, as well as budget management and expense reports.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee and/or prepare financial reports; monthly balance reports; income statements; profit and loss statements; monthly cash flow statements and budget forecasts. Work with the finance staff and department managers to ensure accurate budget presentations. Work closely with program leaders and their staff, to educate them regarding finance and accounting procedures and to explore how the finance function can provide ongoing support to the non-Finance departments within the organization. Partner with the CFO, senior leadership, and the human resources and information technology staff to enhance and better integrate the finance, HR, and other operating systems. Oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting; ensure that expenditures are consistently aligned with grant and program budgets throughout the grant/fund period; collate financial reporting materials for government, corporate, and foundation grants. Oversight and management of Finance team members, interns and others as requested. Maintain ultimate responsibility for on-time, accurate month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial close with an eye to ensuring that all financial data is precise, complete, ready for leadership and board review and fully comprehensive and verified to provide a foundation for strategic decision-making. Assist with any and all mission work as needed and requested with some or no prior notice including but not limited to: serving as a truck spotter, helping with Farm Market/Community Garden/Freight Farms/on and off-site food distributions, preparation of meals and serving home-delivered meals. Other duties as assigned or needed. Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting required; master's degree preferred. CPA or CMA is highly preferred. Minimum 5-10 years' experience in accounting supervision. Experience working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas. Experience in non-profit accounting. Advanced Microsoft Excel, MS Office and accounting software skills; preferred experience with NetSuite. Experience selecting and overseeing software installations and managing relationships with software vendors; advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software. Capability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presenting to senior management, board or other outside partners. Ability to function in a team environment and motivate staff; understands and complies with confidentiality requirements. Analytical, organization and problem-solving skills which allow for strategic data interpretation, troubleshooting and critical analysis, rather than merely simple reporting. Current & valid NYS driver's license and access to an automobile. Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 35 lbs.
Salary Description
$95,000-$110,000/yr. *Bi-weekly pay periods
Full-time
Description
This position is responsible for the oversight of financial and accounting services and the management of the organization's financial portfolio. This includes: cash management; investments; real estate; risk management; and purchasing. The Controller is involved in supervising a variety of financial activities including the review and approval of accounts receivable, payables, and grant disbursements, as well as budget management and expense reports.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee and/or prepare financial reports; monthly balance reports; income statements; profit and loss statements; monthly cash flow statements and budget forecasts. Work with the finance staff and department managers to ensure accurate budget presentations. Work closely with program leaders and their staff, to educate them regarding finance and accounting procedures and to explore how the finance function can provide ongoing support to the non-Finance departments within the organization. Partner with the CFO, senior leadership, and the human resources and information technology staff to enhance and better integrate the finance, HR, and other operating systems. Oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting; ensure that expenditures are consistently aligned with grant and program budgets throughout the grant/fund period; collate financial reporting materials for government, corporate, and foundation grants. Oversight and management of Finance team members, interns and others as requested. Maintain ultimate responsibility for on-time, accurate month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial close with an eye to ensuring that all financial data is precise, complete, ready for leadership and board review and fully comprehensive and verified to provide a foundation for strategic decision-making. Assist with any and all mission work as needed and requested with some or no prior notice including but not limited to: serving as a truck spotter, helping with Farm Market/Community Garden/Freight Farms/on and off-site food distributions, preparation of meals and serving home-delivered meals. Other duties as assigned or needed. Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting required; master's degree preferred. CPA or CMA is highly preferred. Minimum 5-10 years' experience in accounting supervision. Experience working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas. Experience in non-profit accounting. Advanced Microsoft Excel, MS Office and accounting software skills; preferred experience with NetSuite. Experience selecting and overseeing software installations and managing relationships with software vendors; advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software. Capability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presenting to senior management, board or other outside partners. Ability to function in a team environment and motivate staff; understands and complies with confidentiality requirements. Analytical, organization and problem-solving skills which allow for strategic data interpretation, troubleshooting and critical analysis, rather than merely simple reporting. Current & valid NYS driver's license and access to an automobile. Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 35 lbs.
Salary Description
$95,000-$110,000/yr. *Bi-weekly pay periods