Controller (CPA Required)

First Book has a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy (medical and religious exemptions permitted). Proof of fully vaccinated status is required before an interview.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is a hybrid work environment – not 100% remote)
• Planning, directing, coordinating, and overseeing all accounting aspects of the company including tax reporting, banking, accounting, and budgeting.
• Manage the financial forecasting process; ensure adequate cash flow and revenue targets.
• Implement proper metrics for measuring the financial and operating performance of the company and integrate the financial methodology of each of the programs and revenue sources.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly financial statements, management reporting, and Board reporting.
• Participate in and oversee the preparation of annual tax documents with organization’s accounting firms.
• Manage the annual financial audit and coordinating activities of external auditors.
• Oversee the selection, implementation, and maintenance of Accounting and Financial systems.
• Provide management with information vital to sound financial decision-making processes.
• Developing and monitoring business performance metrics.
• Supervise and manage the workflow of employees who work under the controller in preparing financial reports, budgets, and financial analysis.
• Monitor a company’s financial reports and determine ways to reduce costs.
• Keep up to date on financial markets and the economic environment to help drive recommendations on how to ensure sustainable operations and evaluate new revenue sources.
• Understand the financials of a company to meet legal requirements and keep the financial state in good standing.

Qualifications:
• Candidate must be a certified public accountant.
• 10 years’ experience in a senior level finance or accounting position, nonprofit and/or Controller experience preferred.
• Exceptional financial analysis skills/capabilities/experience.
• Experience in development, implementation and management of corporate strategy and budgeting in a company during a rapid growth period.
• Ability to provide leadership and coordination of financial functions and their applications toward larger vision and strategy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management about the finances of the organization and explain financial recommendations.
• Proven attention to detail, organization, and project management skills.
Education and Experience:
• BA/BS; Concentration in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• CPA required,
• MBA/MAc desirable

TO APPLY:
Candidates are invited to submit a resume, and a cover letter that details your interest in the position. If you need assistance applying, please contact us at 202-499-5935 / ajones@firstbook.org.

All full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
• Hybrid work environment – can work from home and office
• Dental & medical insurance
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Twelve Annual Holidays
• 401K and employer matching pension contribution
• Transportation benefits

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Job Category
Accounting and Finance
Job Type
Full Time/Permanent
Salary
USD 102,680.00 - 118,082.00 per year
Country
United States
City
Washington
Career Level
unspecified
Company
First Book
JOB SOURCE
https://firstbook.bamboohr.com/careers/39