The National Association of Counties (NACo), representing America’s 3,069 county governments with 40,000 elected officials, 3.6 million county employees and more than $660 billion in annual community-based investments, seeks a Controller.

Under the direction of the Finance Director, this position supervises accounting staff and directs the quality of the organization’s financial operations, to include production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, enhances the accuracy of the organization’s financial reporting, and ensures the organization complies with generally accepted accounting principles.

Objectives of this role:

• Be impeccable steward of the association’s assets
• Secure and strengthen the association’s financial position, including through the 2030 Prosperity Initiative 
• Lead and develop a highly functional and experienced team, and 
• Achieve optimal financial health and performance across the association through a ONE NACo mindset

Position Responsibilities and Activities: 

• Oversees the day-to-day activities of accounting staff
• Oversees month, quarter and year-end financial activities
• Reconciles balance sheets and delivers summary reconciliation reports to the Finance Director 
• Manages all aspects of accounting: billing, financial statements, general ledger, cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting. Tax compliance, inventory accounting, cost accounting, revenue recognition, and various analyses
• Acts as the point-person for the organization’s annual Audit
• Prepares materials for presentations to NACo’s Audit Committee 
• Prepares quarterly travel and entertainment reports of NACo officers and CEO 
• Prepares quarterly financial report for consolidated entities 
• Works with Grants Manager to prepare NICRA each year 
• Coordinates 990s with auditors
• Maintains documented system of accounting policies and operations
• Oversees timely payments of all accounts
• Monitors cash and funding balances
• Keeps an organized filing system of all accounts, statements, transactions, payments, and debts
• Manages the quarterly/annual budgets and forecasts
• Advises on financial analyses and decision-making regarding capital investments, contract negotiations, significant costs, benchmarks, and other matters with management and the Finance Director
• Organizes information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors
• Complies with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings and reporting
• Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions
• Assists Finance Director with system conversion and implementation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, accounting or related field
• C.P.A. certification preferred 
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience
• Knowledge and understanding of the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-133 audit
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Principles (GAAP)
• Proficient with accounting software and experience with a software system implementation
• Experience with Adaptive and Intacct is preferred
• Excellent computer skills; experience in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work closely with senior management, as well as mentor/lead other team members
• Outstanding analytical and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid work schedule is available, with minimum requirement of 3 days in the office to collaborate
• Occasional travel is required for attendance at NACo conferences and events a few times each year

Application Procedures:

Persons interested in this position should submit a resume with salary requirements to: resumes@naco.org

Why Work a NACo:

Our vision is healthy, safe, and vibrant counties across America. Counties play an integral part of the intergovernmental responsibilities among federal, state, local and tribal government officials. We are guided by the belief that stronger counties result in a stronger America. 

NACo is committed to fostering a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our jobs are open to all applications regardless of race, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Teammates of NACo enjoy a fun and challenging environment with a wide range of competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance; generous paid leave and federal holidays; transportation subsidy; tuition assistance; 401(k) match, pension plans, group life insurance, voluntary payroll deductions for pet insurance and credit union membership, and short/long term disability coverage including applicable parental leave.

We are passionate about advancing excellence in public service to help people and places thrive across America. We embrace and respect our diversity of experience, heritage, and thought and strive to cultivate an equitable workplace. As outlined in our Values and NACo Norms below, we pursue our mission through a ONE NACo mindset of genuine care, empathy, and respect for each other, our partners, and our members. 

Join us as we advance excellence in public service to help our local counties and communities thrive.