Assistant Controller — GAAP, Tax & Analytics Lead

African American Planning Commission; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

Commuter Benefits

Retirement Benefits Plan (403B)

Paid Holidays and PTO (23 days)

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

The African American Planning Commission seeks an Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, and deliver financial insights for decision-making. The role emphasizes nonprofit sector experience, with exposure to medium to large organizations and a strong emphasis on internal controls.

Responsibilities include managing month-end close, coordinating audits, and developing financial reports and forecasts to support strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business, accounting, or related field with 5+ years' accounting/financial management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or related field with 7–10 years' accounting experience.
• CPA licensure is a big plus.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with federal, state and local tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements and tax filings in multiple states.
• Develop reports on financial data and key metrics.
• Contribute to GAAP financial statements, budgeting and forecasting.
• Supervise the accounting team during month-end close.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Payroll experience

Financial data analysis

Financial project management

Tax compliance knowledge

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in business, accounting, or related field

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or related field

CPA licensure

Tools

SAGE

Excel

Paycom

Job description

The African American Planning Commission seeks an Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, and deliver financial insights for decision-making. The role emphasizes nonprofit sector experience, with exposure to medium to large organizations and a strong emphasis on internal controls.

Responsibilities include managing month-end close, coordinating audits, and developing financial reports and forecasts to support strategic planning.