Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties · 12 hours ago
Controller
Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties is an organization focused on fiscal sponsorship and financial management within the nonprofit sector. The Controller will lead financial management, ensuring compliance and reporting while interacting with the CEO and Finance Committee to enhance organizational excellence.
FinanceNon Profit
Responsibilities
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and information generation in compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and organizational policies
Perform monthly and annual close process, including balance sheet reconciliations and functional expense statements to produce monthly reports including P&L, Balance Sheet, Budget to Actuals, TRNA; reports will include visual representations
Manage accounts payable and receivable
Manage intercompany transactions between Catalyst core operations and supported projects
Serve as main point of contact for outsourced bookkeeping and accounting support
Oversee the development of the organization’s annual budget and manage the budget throughout the year, including creating a clear distinction between core operations and noncore finances and supporting budget leads
Analyze financial trends and key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide strategic insights and guide decision-making, presenting financial dashboard and analysis to support board-level financial oversight
Actively manage bank and investment accounts and relations and a cash management/investment strategy with guidance from the CEO & Finance Committee to optimize liquidity and financial health
Work with Director of People & Culture to administer twice-monthly payroll and employee benefit payments
Work with staff to design and track budgets for incoming grants and regranting projects
Train and mentor staff on budgeting, financial literacy, and financial management best practices
Work with staff to strategically research, onboard, and manage financial records for sponsored projects
Provide financial oversight and reporting to special projects, grant funded initiatives, and fiscally sponsored projects
Collaborate with department leads to monitor and manage departmental budgets
Manage bank accounts and relationships
Prepare annual filings including the organization’s annual audit, Form 990 preparation, and other tax filings and reports including W2s and 1099s, 5500, and more
Serve as staff liaison to audit and finance committees, presenting financial reports and narrative and analysis
Design, implement, and regularly review internal procedures, such as internal controls and fiscal procedures, annually
Manage and recommend changes to accounting and related online platforms (e.g., QBO, Ramp)
In partnership with the SDO and CEO, establish, monitor, and manage short- and long-term financial goals to support the organization’s business plan and financial needs
Provide financial analysis for business model planning and revenue opportunities, including budget forecasting and analysis
Qualification
Required
Experience managing nonprofit finances, including tracking and management of restricted funds and grant application budgeting
Experience with financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, and financial statement preparation
Excellent skills in QuickBooks Online and Excel
Ability to represent complex financial information in managerial and board reports, including graphic representation
Experience preparing tax reports and leading the response to an audit for a similar sized organization
Proven ability to design and oversee implementation and documentation of internal controls and new processes across departments
Able to operate autonomously and also stay connected to organizational activities
Desire to be part of a collaborative, equity-driven organization that has a learning approach to its work, adapting as community and membership needs evolve
Reside within our service area (San Diego County or Imperial County) and able to work in-office one day a week
Benefits
12 paid vacation days (i.e., 3 weeks)
16 wellness/sick days
Office closure the last week of the year
Health (medical/dental/vision) benefits
A retirement plan (403b) contribution of 5% of salary independent of employee contribution
Flexible work hours and location
Generous sabbatical, bereavement, and family leave programs
Monthly technology stipend ($60)
Company
Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties
Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties is a network of social impact leaders funding a thriving region, together.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2025-06-27
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