Controller

Palm Beach County, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach County, Inc. in Riviera Beach, FL is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations for a $17 million nonprofit health and human services organization.

The Controller will manage financial reporting, general ledger, grant accounting, audits, and supervise accounting staff, with a 15-day monthly close target. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, minimum 7 years of accounting experience, at least 3 years of supervisory experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial audits.
• Advanced Excel and accounting software proficiency.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Preferred: CPA, nonprofit accounting, grant accounting, and 2 CFR Part 200 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly and annual financial close, with a 15-day monthly close target.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Manage grant accounting, cost allocations, and restricted funding.
• Maintain effective internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and Single Audits, when applicable.
• Oversee fixed assets, restricted net asset releases, leases, debt schedules, and other accounting activities.
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting personnel.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.
• Support the VP of Finance with budgeting, financial analysis, and management reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

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Controller

Accounting Professional Riviera Beach, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1190

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $115,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Controller to oversee accounting operations for a $17 million nonprofit health and human services organization. The Controller will be responsible for financial reporting, general ledger management, internal controls, grant accounting, audit preparation, and supervision of accounting staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly and annual financial close, with a 15-day monthly close target.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Manage grant accounting, cost allocations, and restricted funding.
• Maintain effective internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and Single Audits, when applicable.
• Oversee fixed assets, restricted net asset releases, leases, debt schedules, and other accounting activities.
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting personnel.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.
• Support the VP of Finance with budgeting, financial analysis, and management reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial audits.
• Advanced Excel and accounting software proficiency.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.

Preferred: CPA, nonprofit accounting experience, grant accounting, Single Audit experience, and knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200.

Why Join Us?

Join a mission-driven organization where your financial expertise and leadership will help strengthen financial accountability, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Attention: Any applicant requiring a screening through the Clearinghouse can find additional information here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.