CPF Controller
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Controller is a hands-on position. He/she will be a critical member of the team and a key contributor in the support of CPF and its affiliate organizations. We are looking for at least 5 years of leading the accounting and financial reporting experience, BS in Accounting, detail oriented and CPA licensed candidate to work in a fast-paced multi-faceted organization where meeting deadlines and accountability are part of the culture and success.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
For multiple entities:
- Reports to the Director of Finance.
- Plans, oversees and coordinates accounting functions and programs ensuring accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple, small to mid-sized organizations
- Prepares and reviews financial statements and consolidated financial statements prepared in full compliance with appropriate GAAP standards.
- Creates and reviews financial statement supporting schedules.
- Reviews other periodic financial and management reports.
- Coordinates activities of internal and external auditors.
- Prepares and reviews annual audit preparation works. Investigates and resolves audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
- Reviews annual tax returns.
- Prepares and reviews reports for statutory and compliance filing. Performs and reviews financial and management analyses.
- Conducts and reviews research on compliance issues in relation to accounting, taxation, audit, payroll, and employee benefits.
- Participates in the annual budget development process and initiates and recommends budget changes and adjustments.
- Assesses current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes.
- Maintains accounting and internal control systems.
- Ability to supervise 3-5 individuals.
- Provides training to the Senior Accountant and other Accounting Staff.
- Performs and manages special financial projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
- California Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
- 5(+) years of experience leading the accounting and financial reporting duties and working knowledge of tax laws and GAAP.
- Not-for-Profit experience preferred.
- Labor organization experience is required
- Strong PC skills; excellent knowledge/skills of Excel, PowerPoint and other MS applications.
- Strong database knowledge and skills (e.g. ERP system, MS access), knowledge of Oracle NetSuite preferred.
- Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize accounting functions and duties and meet deadlines.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and achieve timely and accurate results.
- Self-driven, highly organized, detail oriented.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all financial information.
- Self starter, proactive, and a critical thinker.
- An effective communicator at all levels in the organization, with strong oral and written skills and willingness to share information.
- Strong organizational and stress management skills.
- A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality.
- Ability to mentor, train and supervise Accounting Staff.
Salary range: 120-130k/year
RESPOND: Please send resumé and cover letter to: resumes@cpf.org