Controller

Caminar, Inc.; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Caminar, Inc. is seeking a Controller to lead the Financial Planning & Analysis, accounting, and payroll teams within a hybrid work environment in Northern California.

The role focuses on budgeting, financial reporting, and strategic financial management to support Caminar’s mission-driven programs. The Controller will oversee monthly close, ensure GAAP compliance, and partner with program executives to optimize resource allocation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and finance experience with at least 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting under U.S. GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Direct FP&A, accounting, and payroll teams; supervise and develop staff.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting to funders.
• Partner with CFO and program leaders on budgets, forecasts, and financial planning.
• Ensure internal controls, policy compliance, and accurate tax filings.
• Lead audits and regulatory filings; manage treasury and cash controls.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Job description

Program/Dept: Agency Administration/ Finance & Accounting

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Classification: Regular, Full Time, Exempt, Hybrid

Caminar is a leading behavioral health organization that supported over 48,000 youth and adults across six counties in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area last year.

Caminar's mission is to build strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment and wrap-around services delivered through evidence-based, whole-person care. The organization was founded in 1964, and our vision is to be a BEACON of SAFETY, COMPASSION, and FULFILLMENT, supporting all those in our communities who need it most.

Caminar values diversity. People of all races, ethnicities, countries of origin, faiths, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome here. To learn more, please visit www.caminar.org.

Position Summary: The Controller is responsible for various accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, strategic planning, and financial matters of Caminar and its various programs. The Controller will report to the CFO and oversee FP&A and Accounting team members. In addition, s/he will work with program managers and staff to ensure smooth accounting operation across the organization. The Controller will supervise and train FP&A, accounting and payroll team members. S/he must be able to adapt to a continually evolving environment and thrive in an autonomous and deadline-oriented workplace.

• Directly supervise and develop FP&A, Accounting, and Payroll team.
• Foster collaboration between the FP&A, Accounting, and Billing functions.
• Serve as a financial advisor and strategic partner to Program Executives and operational leaders.
• Participate as a member of the management team in organizational planning and decision-making.
• Create and Implement Policies and Procedures.

FP&A Oversight

• Provide direct leadership and oversight for the annual budgeting and forecasting process by leading the FP&A team.
• Review financial models, projections, productivity metrics, and program performance analyses prepared by the FP&A team.
• Create financial and budgeting models including implementation of budgeting process as needed.
• Partner with Program Executives to analyze program results, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure development and monitoring of key performance indicators supporting organizational goals.

Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Direct month-end and year-end close activities.
• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Supervise payroll operations and ensure accurate and timely tax filings. Act as a payroll backup.
• Prepare various reporting to management, federal, state, and local government funders, and foundations, including comparison to budget, billing analysis, project accounting, cash flow statements, and various ad-hoc reports.
• Prepare various legal and regulatory filing.
• Manage collection process with assistance from Program directors and accounting
• Solid understanding of fund accounting and revenue recognition with respect to grants, contributions, and various types of revenue.

Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with the CFO on organizational strategic objectives, financial initiatives, and growth opportunities.
• Support evaluation of new programs, contracts, and operational initiatives through financial analysis and business case development.
• Assist the CFO in presenting financial information and recommendations to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Partner with Program Executives to ensure financial resources are aligned with programmatic and organizational priorities.

Compliance & Audit

• Lead annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with grant, contract, governmental, and nonprofit reporting requirements.
• Oversee cash management, treasury activities, and financial risk mitigation practices.

Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and finance experience with at least 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Must be passionate about Caminar's mission.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration from an accredited institution.
• Significant experience in or knowledge of nonprofit accounting in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Experience in governmental funding including HUD-funded housing, Medicare, Medi-Cal and other federal, state, and local governmental programs.
• Experience in recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining team members