Assistant Controller

Kennedy--donovan-Center-; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability

Tuition Remission Opportunities

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Kennedy-Donovan Center is seeking an Assistant Controller in Foxboro, MA. This development-focused role partners with the Controller to learn accounting operations, budgeting, and reporting, with a planned move to the Controller position within 6–9 months based on performance.

The role oversees general ledger, month-end close, audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance, while mentoring staff and supporting organizational budgeting and reporting needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or CPA; or Bachelor’s with 7+ years progressive accounting leadership.
• Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.
• Experience supervising Finance/Accounting teams.
• Experience with audits, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support and progressively assume responsibility for accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Assist month-end and year-end close processes and reporting requirements.
• Monitor budgets and analyze budget-to-actual results.
• Prepare journals, reconciliations, and allocations.
• Support annual audits and Massachusetts UFR preparation.
• Maintain internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor Accounting and Accounts Payable staff.
• Collaborate with Controller and leadership on financial information.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Internal controls

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Master’s degree in accounting/finance/related field or CPA

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field with 7+ years leadership

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge

Accounting software

Job description

Assistant ControllerFinance Leadership Opportunity | Career Growth | Make an Impact!The Assistant Controller is a key member of Kennedy-Donovan Center’s Finance team and serves as a developmental leadership role with an anticipated pathway to the Controller position. Working closely with the Controller, this individual will gain comprehensive knowledge of KDC’s accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, regulatory requirements, and audit responsibilities.This position is structured as a planned succession opportunity, with the anticipated goal of transitioning into the Controller role within approximately 6–9 months, based on demonstrated proficiency, performance, organizational needs, and readiness.Schedule: Monday - Friday, Full-TimeLocation: Foxboro, MACompensation: $100-$110k / annuallyKey Responsibilities:Support and progressively assume responsibility for KDC’s accounting and financial operations, including the general ledger, reconciliations, accounts payable, revenue, expenses, and financial reporting.Assist with month-end and year-end close processes and financial reporting requirements.Monitor organizational and program budgets and analyze budget-to-actual results.Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, allocations, and other accounting activities.Support the annual independent audit, compliance audits, and preparation of Massachusetts Uniform Financial Reports (UFR).Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and funding requirements.Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and improve accounting and Finance processes.Evaluate workflows and systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and access to financial information.Supervise, mentor, and support Accounting and Accounts Payable team members.Partner with the Controller, Finance team, and organizational leadership to provide accurate and timely financial information.Support additional Finance projects and responsibilities as assigned.*Why Join KDC? | Competitive Benefits PackageHealth & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care)Employer-Paid Life InsuranceEmployer-Paid Long-Term DisabilityFree Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry ServicesMusculoskeletal Support ProgramFinancial & Professional GrowthMileage Reimbursement for Work-Related Travel403(b) Retirement PlanStudent Loan Repayment AssistanceTuition Remission OpportunitiesProfessional Development and Career GrowthAdditional PerksVacation (216 hours), Personal (12 hours), and Sick Time (80 hours)*Up to 11 Paid HolidaysPet InsuranceAccident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity CoverageBJ's Wholesale Club Membership DiscountsPersonal Auto and Home Insurance Support*PTO is calculated using an accrual rate based on hours worked.Required Qualifications:Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field and/or CPA certification; OR Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of seven years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.Director-level or equivalent experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a nonprofit organization.Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and internal controls.Experience supervising and developing Finance or Accounting team members.Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Demonstrated experience improving processes, workflows, systems, or automation within accounting or Finance.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.Preferred Qualifications:Significant nonprofit accounting or financial leadership experience.Experience designing and managing accounting information systems.Familiarity with Blackbaud Financial Edge or similar accounting software.Experience preparing Massachusetts Uniform Financial Reports (UFR).Experience managing organizational budgets, audits, and complex financial reporting.Strong problem-solving and process improvement skills.