Leadership Triangle · 10 hours ago
Controller - Non-Profits
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSelf-Help Credit Union is committed to economic justice and creating economic opportunities for underserved communities. They are seeking a Controller - Non-Profits to lead the accounting operations for their non-profit entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting while overseeing a team of accountants.
ConsultingNon ProfitTraining
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction, coordination, and oversight for a team of accountants responsible for financial statement preparation, including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close. May also supervise Accounts Payable staff and related activities
Execute full supervisory responsibilities in alignment with organizational policies and values, including hiring, training, assigning work, evaluation performance, coaching, and addressing employee relations matters
Partner with the CFO, senior leadership, and other functions to ensure accounting and reporting practices remain current, compliant, and aligned with organizational needs
Lead and participate in special projects aimed at improving efficiency, systems, and processes across the accounting function
Ensure timely, accurate monthly financial statements for all relevant Self-Help entities
Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on GAAP, with emphasis on non-profit accounting standards
Develop, update, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support operational integrity and compliance
Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, overseeing the preparation of annual audited financial statements and support schedules
Provide financial analyses and insights to support decision-making across the organization
Oversee compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including supervision of multiple annual Form 990 filings
Present financial statements and related material to Self-Help Boards of Directors as needed
Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and special projects that advance organizational goals
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a relevant field
5 years of accounting experience in public accounting, a large non-profit, mortgage banking, or real estate development environment
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Demonstrated success managing staff and collaborating across multiple teams or organizational units
Strong knowledge of GAAP
Ability and willingness to demonstrate Self-Help's Core Values: Mission Before Self, Service With Excellence, Embracing & Promoting Change, Results Not Credit, Diversity as a Strength, Financial Sustainability for Mission Impact
Preferred
7+ years of accounting experience in public accounting, a large non-profit, mortgage banking, or real estate development environment
Advanced degree (MAC, MBA, or related)
Knowledge of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)
Experience with complex consolidations, including ASC 810
Experience with investment tax credits (New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC), Historic Tax Credits (HTC))
Knowledge of payroll accounting
Strong accounting, analytical, and communication skills
Ability and willingness to work beyond normal work hours when necessary
Ability to effectively hire, develop and motivate staff
Preference for working in organizations that place priority on teamwork, collaboration
Proficiency with Word and Excel and familiarity with accounting software (MAS, Drake, Yardi, Defacto Reporting Software) and Workday
Strong commitment to our mission – creating economic opportunity for traditionally underserved communities
Benefits
Generous benefits package
Company
Leadership Triangle
Leadership Triangle educates and promotes regionalism across the separate communities.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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