AddressPosition Overview
The Controller leads and directs the accounting and financial reporting activities. The position is responsible for the general ledger, payroll, revenue, billing, accounting, accounts payable, accounts
receivable, audits and external financial reporting. The position has functional responsibility for maintaining the organization's accounting policies, procedures and financial controls.
Working with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the position is involved in supporting presentations to the board and will work closely with the leadership team.
This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule).
Essential Functions
Selection CriteriaBachelor’s degree and CPA certification in current active status requiredAt least 10 years of progressive professional experience; including 5+ years as a supervising manager overseeing a team of employees and overseeing the monthly closing process.Experience as a nonprofit Assistant Controller or higher preferred.Strong organization and problem-solving skills with the proven ability to continuously identify and implement practical solutions.Demonstrated expertise in non-profit financial management and accounting.Strong ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with colleagues.Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint).Meticulous attention to detail, excellent proofreading skills; ability to produce documents of high quality, while meeting deadlines.Excellent problem-solving capability; exceptional critical thinking, analytical and research skills.Able to work independently with minimal supervision and maximum collaboration in a team environment.Strong interpersonal skills, creative, flexible, organized and self-motivated, with good planning and follow-through.Demonstrated ability to set priorities, manage multiple assignments and deadlines while remaining focused is essential; display excellent judgment while operating in a flexible and professional manner; strong organizational skills; and strong follow-up/follow-through ability.Ability to multi-task and consistent and thorough follow-through expected.Ability to use discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality.Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, U.S. benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)dental insurancevision insuranceflexible spending accounts403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contributiongroup term and supplemental life insuranceshort-term disabilitylong-term disabilityhealth club discountscommuter subsidyback-up careemployee assistance programAdditionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
