Controller Accounting Manager

The Cuyahoga County Land Reutilization Corporation is a non-profit community improvement corporation that is also known as the Cuyahoga Land Bank.  The organization’s mission is to strategically return vacant properties to productive use and improve the quality of life for County residents.  We are a dynamic organization that considers its staff to be its foremost asset.  We offer our team competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, a collaborative work environment and the intangible rewards of making Cuyahoga communities a better place to live.  We overcome a multitude of challenges every day through the support of our collegial staff, which is productive, responsive and thrives in a data-driven environment.  We seek high-energy candidates who desire to bring their resourcefulness to help us in creating positive change.

POSITION:   Controller

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Cuyahoga Land Bank seeks an experienced and dynamic Controller who will play a key role in the day-to-day financial management of the organization. In addition to overseeing financial reporting and grant management, this leadership position will actively assist in restructuring the finance department, improving systems, and setting up controls and processes for enhanced efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting.

SUPERVISION: 

The Controller reports to the Director of Finance

DUTIES:

• General Ledger Management
  • Managing and maintaining general ledger accounts for multiple companies, including posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of financial data.
• Financial Reporting
  • Responsible for the preparation of monthly financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Standards and Governmental Accounting Standards.
• Cash/Treasury Services
  • Reconcile bank and investment accounts, prepare investment reports, perform transfers under supervision of Finance Director, record activity into FE.
• Grant/Fund Accounting
  • Assist with grant tracking, coding, invoicing, reporting, and maintaining accurate grant and fund records.
• Inter-Fund Transactions
  • Maintain accuracy and reconcile intercompany activity and inter-fund activity.
• Fixed Asset Accounting
  • Maintain fixed accounting and depreciation schedules, prepare related journal entries.
• Accounts Receivable
  • Assist with invoicing and monthly statement production, reporting and collaborating with account managers on collections.
• Accounts Payable
  • Review invoice entry, grant coding, GL coding and posting, ensuring accuracy of grant and fund coding, and timely payment to vendors.
• Reconciliation and Analysis
  • Perform ongoing account reconciliations, analyze financial data to identify discrepancies, and propose solutions to resolve issues.
• Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Assist in the development and management of the organization’s annual budget process including providing financial analysis and insights supporting budget decisions.
• Process Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Internal Controls
  • Assist in the creation, implementation, and maintenance of internal control procedures in the accounting and finance function of the organization to ensure the accuracy of financial records and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Annual Audit
  • Assist with the annual financial statement audit and insurance audit process, including preparation of audit schedules, responding to audit inquiries, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
• Team Collaboration
  • Collaborating with the Director of Finance and other members of the accounting team to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Supervision
  • Supervise, manage, lead, and train accounting department staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Proven experience as a Controller.

Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, regulations, and compliance.

Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Proficient in financial management software.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.

COMPENSATION:

Range is $95,000 to $115,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS:

• Standard health insurance and basic vision/dental insurance.
• 80 hours paid sick leave;
• 120 hours paid vacation leave;
• 24 hours paid personal leave;
• 401k plan with employer contribution

The Cuyahoga County Land Reutilization Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.