Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Community Solutions is seeking a full-time Assistant Controller for our non-profit dedicated to helping individuals at risk of becoming involved in or have been involved in the child welfare and/or criminal justice system. This individual will be based in our corporate office in Windsor, CT. This individual will assist the Controller in maintaining accurate, timely, and compliant financial records; prepares journal entries and month-/year-end closings; performs account analysis and reconciliations; supports cash management; and prepares schedules for the annual audit. The role helps design, document, and monitor internal controls (including segregation of duties) and supports the development of the organization's indirect cost rate.

At Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI), we believe in second chances and providing the support people need to succeed. For over 60 years, we've been a pioneer in community-based services, transforming lives through innovative programs for individuals involved in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems.

Why Work with Us?

• Life-Changing Work: Help individuals on parole rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.
• Trauma-Informed Approach: CSI is committed to understanding and addressing trauma. You'll receive ongoing training to ensure you can support clients with care and compassion.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with the Program Director, MST Experts, and external stakeholders in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
• Growth Opportunities: Expand your expertise with clinical licensure supervision, training, certification, and professional development options in a growing organization.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and post month-end and year-end closing entries, allocations, and accruals in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist with daily cash monitoring, internal bank transfers, external wires, and annual cash-flow projections.
• Analyze balance-sheet activity (e.g., Accounts Payable/Receivable), prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules, and post adjustments as needed.
• Train and assist managers in the development, monitoring, and variance review of annual operating budgets and monthly financial statements.
• Prepare audit work papers and lead schedules; respond to audit requests and resolve open items.
• Maintain and test internal controls, including segregation of duties; recommend improvements to policies and procedures.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and the integrity of the general ledger; ensure documentation is complete and organized.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of the organization's federal indirect cost rate and cost-allocation methodologies.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses, pro formas, projections, and historical reports to support decision-making.
• Serve as backup for assigned accounting and agency functions; perform project-based tasks as directed.
• Performs other reasonable and relevant duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business management, or related field.
• Ten years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial reporting, or bookkeeping.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, government accounting principles, practices & procedures, audit and management practices.
• Excellent communication skills including oral, written, and interpersonal skills desired.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Proven ability to work with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and One-Drive

Preferred Qualifications:

• Nonprofit accounting experience (federal, state, and foundation awards)
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge-NXT or comparable ERP
• Recent audit preparation experience
• CPA or relevant Master's Degree

Benefits We Offer:

• Generous Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation your first year (increasing to 3 weeks after 1 year), 7 days of sick time, and 4 floating holidays.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and voluntary vision plans, plus FSA, short-term disability, accident insurance, hospital coverage, life insurance, and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment with a 100% company match up to 4%.
• Professional Development: Clinical License supervision, Tuition reimbursement after 1 year, plus ongoing training and opportunities for certification.
• Mileage Reimbursement: We offer reimbursement for business-related travel at the current IRS rate to help cover your transportation costs.

Company Overview

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization that promotes the responsible citizenship, accountability, and well-being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice system. Since CSIs founding in 1962, it has been a pioneer in the community-based service. We have been delivering supervision, treatment, and comprehensive individualized services to help clients interact more effectively in their communities and become productive citizens. Using this plan, we opened the first state-contracted halfway house in New England which has grown to a continuum of approximately 60 programs and services in 11 states. For more than 60 years, CSI has built upon its successful foundation and expanded to serve thousands of adults, youth, and families each year.

Ready to help others overcome challenges and achieve success? Apply today and be part of a team that is transforming lives every day!

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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