Controller

Position Title : Controller

Department : Finance

Reports to : Chief Financial Officer

FLSA Status : Full-time, Exempt

Grade : 4

Position Description :

Reporting to the chief financial officer, the controller leads a team of three and is responsible for the integrity of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s financial records and internal controls. The controller oversees the day-to-day accounting operations for the Garden, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the general ledger, and plays a crucial leadership role in managing the Garden’s financial health and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities :

Business Office Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day functions of the Garden’s Business Office; supervise a team of three responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the general ledger.
• Responsible for the month-end closing process and reporting, collaborating with the team to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise various accounts payable functions including processing invoices, managing payment schedules, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous process improvements.
• Supervise revenue and accounts receivable processes while conducting analytical reviews of all revenue sources to ensure accuracy and identify trends or discrepancies.
• Assess the current Business Office’s policies and processes; recommend and implement changes to increase the department’s efficiency, ensuring accounting best practice and compliance.
• Communicate departmental policy across the institution; ensure consistent compliance with policy in all departments and provide training where needed.

Interdepartmental Collaboration and Leadership

Qualifications :

Compensation and Benefits :

Health Insurance that begins the date of hire; employees are offered coverage through the City of New York’s Office of Labor Relations and can choose from a variety of plans, some at no cost to the employee.

To be considered for this position, please submit an application. Applications submitted without a résumé and cover letter will not be considered.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

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