Controller

Feeding America; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick time

HSA and telemedicine services

Job summary

Feeding America is seeking a Controller to lead the finance team in Mesa, AZ, overseeing general ledger management, leases, cash flows, net assets and financial statements. You will partner with the CFO on reporting, internal controls, and budget oversight, ensuring timeliness and accuracy in month‑end and year‑end close and audit preparation.

The role requires 5+ years of non-profit accounting experience, grant accounting, and strong leadership in a cross‑functional environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in non-profit accounting and grant accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Ability to administer month-end close processes and financial statements.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily accounting operations and month-end close.
• Prepare monthly financial statements including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Manage general ledger structure and journal entries; oversee subsidiary schedules.

Skills

Non-profit accounting

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Leadership

Internal controls

Communications

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

The Controller is an important member of the finance team who will have direct responsibility for general ledger management, leases, cash flows, net assets, and financial statements. The role will support the CFO on financial, accounting, and fiscal management matters of United Food Bank and its subsidiary organization, Waste Not. The Controller will assist with enhancing internal controls, financial reporting, and budgetary controls. The Controller will be expected to meet tight deadlines within regular accounting cycles, including month-end and year-end reporting and audit preparation. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

End date

December 31, 2026

Opportunity type

Job

Category

Administration (e.g., Finance, IT, HR)

Job responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all daily accounting operations.
• Ensure an accurate and timely month end financial close.
• Prepare monthly financial statements including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, and management reports.
• Oversee posting of monthly journal entries, reconciliation of cash and investment accounts, and preparation of appropriate documentation/supporting schedules.
• Oversee the maintaining of all subsidiary schedules of balance sheet accounts including fixed assets, prepaid expenses, etc.
• Conduct account analysis and reconciliation including tracking and reporting of restricted funding.
• Oversee the reconciliation of bank accounts, savings accounts, and investment accounts monthly.
• Manage the GL structure, collaborate with the CFO for ongoing development of processes to track costs by program in the GL.

Internal Controls and Compliance

• Responsible for ensuring that financial policies and practices are in compliance with the standards set by the IRS, Feeding America, and government contracting agencies.
• Ensure effective internal control systems for the organization. Continually evaluate established policies and procedures, and direct updates or modifications, as necessary.
• Ensure all reporting follows generally accepted accounting principles, State and Federal government regulations, industry practices, funder requirements, and other regulatory bodies.
• Develop and oversee best practices for revenue recognition for any government (federal and state) contracts and grant funding.
• Ensure that the organization complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as internal policies.
• Monitor updates to laws, regulations and industry trends affecting the food banking industry and make recommendations to ensure compliance and/or operational efficiencies.

Grant Compliance & Management

• Work in collaboration with all departments to provide budgets and reporting documentation.
• Knowledge of OMB A-133 (Uniform Guidance) and regulatory agency compliance audits and requirements.
• Oversee grant expenditures against budgets.
• Collaborate with program managers on allocations.

Inventory & Asset Management

• Prepare monthly reconciliation of inventory valuation postings to general ledger accounts, ensuring appropriate financial controls over inventory.

Audit & Tax Compliance

• Assist the CFO on the annual Financial and Single Audits.
• Maintain schedule of federal award expenditures (SEFA).
• Assist with preparation of IRS Form 990 tax filings.
• Maintain and update financial policy and procedure manuals.

Qualifications

• Passion for alleviating hunger and serving the community.
• BS/BA degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of non-profit accounting experience, included restricted funds and grant accounting, compliance, and reporting
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Excellent leadership skills, including managing conflict, coaching/counseling, mentoring, etc.
• Advanced experience in Microsoft Office products and integrated warehouse, inventory, and accounting software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, socio-economic levels, and staffing levels.
• Exhibits qualities of maturity, good judgment, and tact.
• Ability to effectively analyze and resolve routine and complex problems.
• Ability to work in a team management environment.
• Adept at handling multiple tasks and concurrent projects.
• Possession of a valid Arizona driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Exhibits a high level of follow-up and follow-through with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• This is an on-site position which requires the ability to commute daily to our Mesa, AZ Administrative office.

Benefits

• Medical health insurance (with Health Savings Account (HSA), free telemedicine and free virtual mental health support)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 15 paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 401(k) with 3% employer match
• Group life insurance 100% paid by employer
• Add-on Life, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Disability insurance
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Mission and Values

• We are Uniters – working together as one united team.
• We are Cultivators – with a growth mindset and willing to try new things.
• We are Optimists – with a positive attitude and a commitment to move our mission forward.