Controller

Job Title: Controller

Location: New York, NY

Annual Salary: $160-180K

Purpose: America Works of New York, Inc. is seeking a self-motivated Controller to help lead our accounting and billing functions. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP. This position involves tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including establishing and measuring the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and billing activities. This individual needs to be extremely detail-oriented, collaborative, and process-driven to help us create a more organized and efficient workflow. Experience with government contracts and grants is a strong plus.

About America Works of New York, Inc.: Called “a company with a conscience,” America Works of New York, Inc. was founded in in 1984 by social activist and entrepreneur, Peter Cove, who wanted to put his ideals about poverty and the American dream into practice. Joined by Dr. Lee Bowes as the CEO, America Works of New York, Inc. has helped nearly 2,000,000 individuals increase their self-sufficiency through gainful employment, including military veterans, welfare and SNAP recipients, young adults, the criminal justice involved, homeless, non-custodial parents, persons receiving disability, among others.

America Works of New York, Inc. uses a blended model that includes work readiness training, vocational training, career placement, career advancement, and employment retention services. America Works of New York, Inc. is a 100% Women-Owned Business. Our mission is to equip each individual who comes to our offices with the right tools so that they are able to provide for themselves and their loved ones. We believe the most effective approach in helping people out of poverty is by assisting them in finding meaningful employment. Our proven methods, services and experienced staff offer the right combination for success.

Join an incredible company of professionals who are passionate about embracing a sense of urgency, a strong work ethic and accountability for a person becoming self-sufficient while learning how to navigate job searches and employment opportunities; and securing meaningful employment. We select individuals who share our vision and are willing to put in the hard work to achieve it! This position will provide you with a sense of purpose, unique challenges, and enable you to make a true impact on our business and the lives you are enhancing.

Duties and Responsibilities

·        Full GL management, including the oversight of accurate and timely posting of all transactions, including review of monthly journal entries

·        Ensure accounting and finance activities are compliant with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal policies and procedures

·        Consistently analyze of program budgets and financial results, assistant in preparing and presenting monthly financial statements in an accurate and timely manner

·        Management of full month-end close processes

·        Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations

·        Key player in driving financial & systems process improvement initiatives

·        Maintain internal controls and safeguards for cash, receipt of revenue, cost, budget and actual expenditures

·        Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Billing

·        Review and prepare account reconciliations in a timely manner; ensure proper accounting for accounts receivable, accruals, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and other accounts

·        Identify opportunities to improve on financial processes

·        Effectively handle new assignments and projects outside scope of core responsibilities

·        Continuously monitor staffing levels and workload assignments to ensure there is sufficient knowledge and cross-training to accomplish goals, including training and succession planning as needed

Requirements

·        Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

·        CPA license required

·        10 years progressive financial experience; combination of both public accounting and private accounting experience strongly preferred

·        Solid understanding of US GAAP

·        Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

·        Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills

·        Lead and manage the year-end audit with external auditors

·        Manage and supervise an accounting/finance team of 8 individuals

·        Strong accounting, problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills

·        Strong management and leadership skills

·        Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities

·        Excellent time management, organizational skills and high attention to detail

·        Works well under deadlines, limited supervision, and pressure

·        A motivated, dynamic, and self-driven individual who is confident and professional in approach with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude

·        Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP preferred

·        Experience in government contracting preferred

·        Knowledge of Salesforce a plus

Benefits

·        Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

·        Aflac Supplemental Insurance

·        401K

·        Wonderful team

·        Great work-life balance

·        Important mission