Job Description

NEW:  CONTROLLER, CA NON-PROFIT - Up to $125K

*Please email your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations, directly to our Division Director Steven Strawser at sstrawser@ledgent.com for immediate consideration.   www.linkedin.com/in/stevenstrawser/

The SF Bay Area Ledgent Team has been in the Bay Area for 25 years and we are seeking the right candidate, to contribute immediately to this Very Established, CA NON-PROFIT Company and the community it serves.  Interviews take place ASAP, and then start when agreed.  

CONTROLLER
Base Salary Up to $1250K, work-life balance, including time off, work flexibility, and other benefits!
Group medical, dental and vision insurance; 403(b) Plan  


The ideal candidates will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:

• Detailed & Focused:  We are hungry for Standardized Accounting Processes. 
• Be Proactive & Own It: We think and act as an owner - with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.
• Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications. 
• Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision. When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.

BIG Picture - Overview

• Lead response to audits and preparation of financial statements under GAAP for Not-for-Profit organizations. 
• Work with department and senior management to prepare annual budget, review contract budget and quarterly forecast
• Create, maintain, and update accounting policies and procedures, and ensure accounting operation follows Council on Accreditation, with internal controls and segregation of duties
• Drive continuous improvement of processes in all Finance functions
• Ensure that the Finance department reviews necessary statements, documents, and expenditures in compliance with Best Practices and GAAP.
• Other tasks as assigned

 Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 5 years controller experience with 1-year nonprofit fund accounting.
• Advanced Excel Skills
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience that includes hiring, evaluating staff performance, interpreting and implementing personnel policies related to employee disciplinary procedures.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA license is a plus
• Preferred experience with fund accounting systems
• Knowledge and experience implementing accounting internal control procedures.
• Knowledge of GAAP for Not-for-Profit organizations and 990 tax returns.
• Experience in system implementation including Accounting and Financial Planning and Analysis tools
• Strong interpersonal skills and work effectively with diversified internal and external stakeholders
• Be flexible and open minded to different ideas
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform under tight deadlines and work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel skills
• Experience in system implementation including Accounting and Financial Planning and Analysis tools
• Strong interpersonal skills and work effectively with diversified internal and external stakeholders

We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit. Recruitment, hiring, training, and job assignments are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, or any other protected classification. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance I
To apply please email your resume to sstrawser@ledgent.com

Job Snapshot

• Employee Type:Full-Time
• Location:Berkeley, CA
• Job Type:NPO - Social Service
• Experience:Not Specified
• Education:Not Specified
• Date Posted:3/17/2023
• Contact: Steven Strawser (925) 737-1818
• Pay Range: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 Annually

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