CONTROLLER - NONPROFIT

Are you a passionate and experienced nonprofit accounting professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people? Do you have a deep understanding of nonprofit accounting and grant management, with a proven track record of implementing financial systems and processes in growing organizations?

The Possible Zone (TPZ), a pioneering nonprofit youth development and entrepreneurship program based in Boston, is seeking a dynamic and innovative Controller to join our growing Finance team! As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in shaping the financial future of our organization, while empowering young people to shape their own futures.

Compensation & Benefits:

A competitive salary range of $110,000 - 125,000, based on experience; bonus opportunities up to 8%; annual merit up to 4%

A robust compensation and benefits package, including high-quality health, dental, and vision benefits (all 80% employer-paid), life, and disability (100% employer-paid) and an employer contribution to your 401(k) plan

Commuter Benefit - $315/mo toward parking or transit

A hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of working at least two to three days per week in our Boston Innovation Center

A dynamic and innovative work environment, with a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people and contribute to our mission of economic equity

The Role:

As our ideal Controller, you will bring your expertise in nonprofit accounting and grant management to lead our financial operations. You will be responsible for managing our financial systems, processes, and team while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing month-end closing and financial statement preparation
• Conducting regular account reconciliations and journal entry reviews
• Overseeing accounts receivable and account reconciliations
• Assisting in building budgets and managing progress against financial and operational objectives
• Collaborating on regular updates on actuals vs. budget and resulting updates to our financial forecasts
• Assisting in identifying expense controls and streamlining spending throughout the organization
• Preparing for and managing our annual audit

Qualifications:

• CPA Certification preferred
• MS in Accounting, or 10 years of non-profit accounting experience
• Deep understanding of and significant experience using QuickBooks
• Grants Management experience, including building and maintaining Net Asset Restrictions and liaising with the Development/Fundraising personnel in grant budgeting, reporting, and management.
• Experience with Federal A-133 and GAGAS requirements, and Federal “Single Audit” processes.
• Experience managing or supporting annual financial audits, and interfacing with third-party auditors
• Experience managing small teams
• Experience in a fast-paced start-up environment in a growing organization.
• Experience with ERP, Procurement, and other cost saving system implementations.

About The Possible Zone:

Imagine a world where all young people can pursue their dreams, design and launch their own companies or social ventures, and develop the skills and mindset to succeed in any career they choose. At TPZ, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we're on a mission to make that a reality.

With a proven track record of serving over 1,000 students, our program has demonstrated strong impact in terms of high school graduation, post-secondary education, and career success. We're now expanding our reach in Boston and beyond, and we need a talented Controller to help us navigate our next phase of growth.

If You're Ready to Join the Movement:

Apply now to become the Controller at The Possible Zone! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications or experience. We can't wait to hear from you!

DEI Statement: We believe every member of our team and student body deserves opportunities for growth, success and inclusion. We recognize that for many of our students, staff and communities, their life journeys run through oppressive structures and systems (e.g. classism, racism, sexism) — and that’s what makes our organizational culture and work so necessary and important.

We believe that diversity in perspective, backgrounds, ethnicities and lived experience is a strength, and from that strength, we can accomplish great things with the students we serve. Together as students, staff, organizations, communities, volunteers, and partners, we are intentional about creating safe spaces where all members can speak authentically and be themselves.

We are committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity. As members of The Possible Zone community, our progression along this ongoing journey raises thoughtful questions, reveals biases, and opens conversations. We celebrate one another and are unified in our commitment to young people, excellence, and innovation. This work is our shared responsibility and our opportunity to welcome all members who share in our mission and strive to provide pathways that further prepare students in achieving their desired success.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 10 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounting: 10 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Boston, MA 02130 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Boston, MA 02130: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02130