Assistant Controller — Foundation Finance Leader

The Annenberg Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Annenberg Foundation is seeking an experienced, hands-on Assistant Controller to support the Director of Accounting & Finance in providing oversight of its accounting operations in Los Angeles, CA. This role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and staff leadership.

You'll supervise accounting staff, partner with Finance leadership on initiatives, and help drive process improvements while ensuring GAAP compliance and timely close cycles for the Foundation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience with supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and investment accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for the Foundation and entities, including general ledger and grants accounting.
• Lead quarterly and annual close processes with accurate journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support audit activities, regulatory filings, and GAAP compliance.
• Maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and financial systems; mentor accounting staff.
• Partner with Finance leadership on initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

Cloud-based ERP platforms

Excel

Job description

The Annenberg Foundation is seeking an experienced, hands-on Assistant Controller to support the Director of Accounting & Finance in providing oversight of its accounting operations in Los Angeles, CA. This role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and staff leadership.

You'll supervise accounting staff, partner with Finance leadership on initiatives, and help drive process improvements while ensuring GAAP compliance and timely close cycles for the Foundation