Financial Controller

If you want to make a difference in the community while you are at work every day, you are probably a great addition to our fun loving team. It’s also probably worth mentioning that Wild Plum Center offers PTO and other benefits too!

We are always looking for quality professionals interested in joining the Wild Plum Center family. Even if there are no job openings listed here, please feel free to download the application located at the bottom of the page and submit it to us.

For more information, email info@wildplumcenter.org

Wild Plum Center follows the St Vrain Valley School District calendar, which provides ample paid time off.

Those interested may submit a cover letter and resume.

Please submit your materials in one of the following ways:

Email: info@wildplumcenter.org (be sure to attach the cover letter and resume to the email as a Word doc, PDF, etc.)

Fax: 720-684-5110

Mail: Wild Plum Center/Attn: Hiring, 82 21st Ave., Ste B; Longmont, CO 80501

Thank you!

Financial Controller

Salary Range: $70,000-$75,400 depending on education and experience level.
Hours Worked: Monday – Friday 8:00am-4:00pm, full year, with occasional work on weekends and evenings.

Position Summary and Definition:

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organization. The Controller ensures effective internal controls and conducts all fiscal, budgetary, and regulatory functions. Works directly with management, grantors, bookkeepers, and independent auditors. Oversees the implementation of policies and procedures established by the CEO, the board of directors, and the Parent Policy Council. The Controller conducts short and mid-range planning for the financial operations of the organization and its programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field required. Minimum four to six years of experience in accounting, fiscal management, and nonprofit accounting required. Advanced computer system experience required. Minimum four years of progressively responsible management positions, including experience working with boards, preferred. Previous Head Start experience preferred. Advanced knowledge of Intuit QuickBooks required.

Special Qualifications: Knowledge of budget processes and administration of funds; applicable local, state, and federal regulations; non-profit accounting procedures. Ability to establish and maintain a collaborative work environment; work with diverse community groups and individuals; navigate conflict constructively, emphasizing resolution and shared understanding; manage complex projects and organize work to successfully complete multiple assignments; implement effective problem-solving and decision-making skills; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and make presentations to community groups, boards and other groups.

Proof of physical exam, TB test, and required background checks must be completed. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are desirable but not required. Must have a valid driver’s license and use a reliable automobile.