Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced nonprofit Controller to join our team on a contract basis in Springfield, Massachusetts. In this role, you will oversee key financial operations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while maintaining accurate financial records. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment and manage critical aspects of financial reporting, payroll, and grant accounting.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare comprehensive financial statements and management reports to support decision-making processes.
• Conduct detailed account reconciliations to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Manage and oversee grant accounting, ensuring compliance with both federal and state grant regulations.
• Analyze financial forecasts and perform variance analyses to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Supervise payroll processing and ensure compliance with payroll tax and withholding regulations.
• Maintain oversight of Human Resources.
• Coordinate and review journal entries to ensure proper documentation and accuracy.
• Monitor accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes for timely and accurate transactions.
• Ensure readiness for audits by maintaining organized and compliant financial documentation.
• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance.
• Proven experience in financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state grant accounting practices.
• Proficiency in managing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.
• Expertise in payroll processing and compliance with tax regulations.
• Ability to perform accurate journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Solid understanding of variance analysis and financial forecasting methods.
• Experience with audit preparation and ensuring compliance with financial standards.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in financial operations.
• SAGE or like software experience