Assistant Controller

KQED; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

KQED is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Controller to support its growth as a leading public media organization. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior leadership to manage accounting operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic financial initiatives in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including public/private sectors.
• Experience with tax filings and ERP systems required.
• Strong coaching and mentorship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of controllership and manage daily accounting operations.
• Collaborate with departments to support business initiatives.
• Lead and develop accounting staff while promoting process improvements.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or similar qualification

Tools

Sage Intacct

Workday

Adaptive Insights

Excel

Job description

Position Summary :

• KQED is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and dynamic Assistant Controller to support its growth as a leading public media organization.
• Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will collaborate closely with senior leadership to manage accounting operations, ensure regulatory compliance including tax, and support strategic financial initiatives.
• The ideal candidate should possess strong technical accounting expertise, knowledge of US GAAP (preferably non-profit accounting and tax), excellent leadership skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• This role requires comfort operating in a fast-paced environment and working effectively with a diverse team (AP-AR-Reporting-General Ledger Accounting).
• The position is based in San Francisco, CA (hybrid work model).

KQED values a culture centered on human dignity, equity, and belonging, aiming to serve and reflect the diverse Bay Area community through inclusive storytelling. We strongly encourage applications from marginalized communities, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

KQED Code of Ethics : www.kqed.org/about/code-ethics

The mission of KQED is to provide Northern Californians with a community-supported alternative to commercial media, fostering informed decision-making, community dialogue, arts engagement, and educational support.

This role involves a hybrid work environment, combining in-office and remote work. KQED requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Salary Range : $131,900 - $164,000 annually

Essential Functions :

1. Partner with the Controller to oversee all aspects of controllership, including ad-hoc support for teams and initiatives.
2. Manage accounting operations, general ledger, and tax reporting.
3. Supervise daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, receivable, month-end close, reconciliations, and analysis.
4. Guide Revenue Accounting regarding revenue recognition for gifts, grants, underwriting, exchange contracts, and multi-deliverable arrangements.
5. Review external reports such as government filings, financial reports, and tax documents.
6. Manage relationships with external auditors to ensure efficient audit and tax processes.
7. Collaborate with departments like FP&A and Legal to support business initiatives and ensure alignment with financial reporting goals.
8. Promote automation and process improvements within the accounting team.
9. Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and system automation.
10. Conduct technical accounting research and prepare guidance memos.
11. Lead system implementations or upgrades as needed.
12. Ensure compliance with internal controls and document policies and procedures.
13. Review financial reporting related to grants and other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• CPA or similar qualification preferred.
• At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including public/private sectors.
• Experience with tax filings, ERP systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Workday, Adaptive), and advanced Excel skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with strong coaching and mentorship abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across organizational levels.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Experience establishing policies, processes, and controls using technology to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Knowledge / Experience Desired :

• Experience in the public broadcasting industry preferred.
• Familiarity with Sage Intacct, Adaptive Insights, and WideOrbit software.

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