Assistant Controller

Veterans Inc; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance & Benefits

Disability & Life Insurance

Retirement Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Job summary

Veterans Inc is seeking a strategic Assistant Controller to drive financial efficiency and support growth at our Worcester headquarters. You will work closely with the Controller to oversee accounting operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and safeguard resources across the organization.

This on-site role requires a Bachelor's in accounting/finance (MBA/CPA preferred), 7+ years of financial experience, and leadership skills to manage staff and collaborate with HR, Development, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance; master's or CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• 3+ years supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Nonprofit and grant accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with financial systems, audits, internal controls, and reporting.
• Must pass CORI/background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and GAAP allocations.
• Manage monthly and year-end closings and prepare financial statements.
• Monitor grant expenditures per Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Perform budget-to-actual analyses, forecasting, and risk assessments.
• Strengthen internal controls and segregation of duties.
• Coordinate annual audits and prepare schedules for financial statements.
• Oversee cash flow: AP/AR, collections, reconciliations.
• Identify automation opportunities to improve data integrity and reporting.
• Supervise accounting staff with coaching and cross-training.
• Collaborate with HR, Development, and Operations on financial guidance.
• Implement process improvements via root-cause analysis.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Grant accounting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Master's or CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial systems software

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your finance career while making a direct impact on the lives of veterans?

Veterans Inc. is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Assistant Controller to help drive financial efficiency and support our next phase of organizational growth. In this pivotal role, you will work side-by-side with our Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations. You will ensure absolute financial integrity, robust compliance, and the effective use of resources across the entire organization.

If you are a skilled financial professional looking for a purpose-driven career, we want you on our team.

This on-site position is based at our Worcester, MA headquarters facility under the general supervision of the Controller, with a Monday through Friday schedule.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:

• Oversee Daily Operations : Guide general ledger activity, journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and GAAP-compliant allocations.
• Lead Financial Closings : Manage monthly and year-end closing activities, preparing accurate financial statements and discrepancy resolutions.
• Manage Grant Compliance : Monitor federal, state, and private grant expenditures for adherence to Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Drive Budget Analysis : Conduct budget-to-actual variances, expenditure trend analysis, forecasting, and risk assessments.
• Strengthen Internal Controls : Maintain robust accounting policies, secure segregation of duties, and resolve control weaknesses.
• Coordinate Annual Audits : Prepare schedules and documentation for financial statements, Single Audits, and regulatory reviews.
• Supervise Cash Flow : Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and authorized bank reconciliations.
• Optimize Financial Systems : Identify automation opportunities to improve data integrity, reporting tools, and workflow efficiency.
• Lead Accounting Staff : Supervise, coach, and train assigned personnel while promoting accountability and cross-training.
• Collaborate Across Departments : Partner with HR, Development, and Operations to communicate financial guidance clearly.
• Implement Process Improvements : Apply Root Cause Analysis to eliminate recurring errors and build sustainable system improvements.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required. Master's degree or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience is preferred.
• Nonprofit accounting and grant accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with financial systems, audits, internal controls, and financial reporting required.
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.
• Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:

• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status.

If you need assistance completing an application please contact [e-mail].

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.