Assistant Controller - Full Time; 9161-301-N

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Match

Transit Benefit

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Job summary

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc. seeks an Assistant Controller to lead the accounting function under the CFO and Controller. You will ensure GAAP compliance, coordinate annual audits and 990s, manage month-end closes, and supervise staff to deliver timely, accurate financial reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, with CPA preferred and a minimum of 7 years' experience, including proficiency in Excel and Microsoft tools. Nonprofit expertise is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
• Certified Public Accountant license is a plus (active or inactive) but not suspended.
• 7 years of experience or a combination of education and work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Maintain GAAP-compliant accounting systems and financial reporting.
• Prepare and coordinate annual GAAP audits and 990s.
• Supervise staff to ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Handle journal entries and monthly/annual close processes.
• Prepare program financial reports for CFO and leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA License (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

For 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness.

STATEMENT OF THE JOB:

Under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer and Controller, the Assistant Controller directs, assists, completes, and supports accounting functions. An effective Assistant Controller has excellent knowledge of accounting principles. They are an organized professional with a great eye for detail and can multi-task. Their goal is to keep the accounting and financial processes of the company up to standard and ensure accurate financial reporting and control. The Assistant Controller will implement, maintain, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that are in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures. The Assistant Controller assists in coordinating annual GAAP audits as well as the 990’s. The Assistant Controller is responsible for analytical data, to ensure the integrity of the financial statements. They establish and maintain collaborative and strategic alliance with senior management. The Assistant Controller closely supervise and train staff to provide consistent, accurate, and timely reports.

• Maintain accounting systems to ensure GAAP compliance, financial reporting, performance reporting, and financial viability.
• Compilation of data, for fiscal reports, including quarterly financial statements and year-end financial statements.
• Create and disseminate program’s fiscal management reports to CFO, Controller, Program administration, and the VP’s of each line of service.
• Supervise Accounting Staff to promote consistent, timely, and accurate reports and analysis; and periodically reporting of fiscal performance.
• Manage journal entries and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing.
• Take a large role in interfacing with the external auditors and coordinating the audit process as well as the 990’s.

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements.
• Assist in the development of reports for management or regulatory bodies.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets or forecasts.
• Assist with the development of policies, procedures, and training to support internal controls, quality assurance and effective fiscal operations.
• Assist the CFO and Controller in other special projects as deem necessary.

• Support the Agency’s mission, vision, and code of ethics as stated in the Agency’s Personnel Policies Manual.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
• Certified Public Accountant License is a plus (Status may be expired or active however the License cannot be listed as Suspended, Rescinded, or Revoked).
• 7 years of experience or a combination of education and work experience.
• Proficiency in Word Processing, Excel, Accounting, and Microsoft Applications.
• May be required to lift at least 10 lbs.
• Should be able to read printed materials and computer screens.

BENEFITS:

We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits including:

• Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings with Agency Match
• Transit
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
• Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.

For more information on our organization, please visit our website at:

www.ccbq.org EOE/AA.