Description

Summary

The Assistant Controller will manage A/P, invoicing & credit, and A/R functions and is actively involved in all aspects of the accounting operations of River Valleys. Primary responsibilities include oversight of all accounts, ledgers, bank reconciliations, month-end closes, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards. This position will report to the Sr. Director of Finance and Accounting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise team of 3 individuals

• Prepare, process, and review detailed monthly financial statements for both internal and external use

• Oversee the processing and submission of invoices

• Manage and review general ledger account

• Maintain investment activity

• Monthly reconciliation of inventory and retail activity and act as liaison to Retail Services

• Perform daily cash balancing and analysis

• Assist Sr. Director of Finance & Accounting with budgeting and forecasting

• Establish internal control systems to prevent inaccuracies in financial statements

• Ensure River Valleys complies with regulatory and in-house standards and best practices

• Coordinate financial audits with the Sr. Director of Finance and Accounting and CFO

• Assist with specific projects and financial analysis as requested

• Provide backup support to other accounting functions, as needed

• Train, develop, coach, and motivate department staff

• Drive proactive engagement/partnership with business units

• Additional responsibilities as determined by Sr. Director of Finance and Accounting and CFO

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues across the council. Actively participate in All Staff meetings, staff in-service training, and other meetings
• When representing the council to both internal and external audiences, articulate GSRV’s desired image and position to all audiences
• Support the council’s commitment to diversity of girls, volunteers, and staff and conduct all activities with a high degree of cultural competency
• Contribute to building a cohesive, flexible, and productive staff environment that demonstrates the values and mission of Girl Scouts and delivers high-quality customer service.
• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

• 7 years’ experience working in an accounting environment that involves multiple projects

• 3 years of supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to successfully lead a team

Preferred:

• Knowledge of non-profit accounting

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with the Girl Scout program

Don't meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and BIPOC professionals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Girl Scouts River Valleys, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Girl Scouts River Valleys is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and racial justice, and is working to boldly lead as an anti-racist organization that uplifts and empowers every Girl Scout to know their worth and lead in their world. This means leading not just with words, but with actions.