Controller, Corporate Accounting & Finance

PEOPLE; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PEOPLE is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee the accounting department. The role includes supervising staff, managing bank accounts, and coordinating budgets and payroll for corporate, land, rental properties and grants/contracts.

The position requires familiarity with GAAP, non-profit/cost accounting, strong communication, and at least three years of management experience. California driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze data with successful results.
• Familiarity with Federal GAAP accounting principles.
• Familiarity with non-profit and cost accounting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with government agencies and the public.
• Minimum of three years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Accounting staff.
• Oversee all Corporate Bank Accounts including transfers, check requests, and signing checks.
• Assist in preparation of budgets for Corporation, Land Projects, Rental Properties and Grants/Contracts.
• Review and approve payroll, fringe, vacation, SUI and FICA worksheets; supervise W-2s and 1099s.
• Coordinate purchasing, inventory and payment systems and prepare Personal Property Tax.
• Enter data for cash flow worksheet to the CFO.
• Monitor and analyze indirect costs and prepare Indirect Cost Proposal.
• Coordinate annual corporate audits with auditors.

Skills

Data analysis

Federal GAAP

Non-profit accounting

Written & verbal comms

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting

Tools

MAS90

Excel

Word

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

• Supervise Accounting staff.
• Oversee all Corporate Bank Accounts including the transfer of funds between bank accounts, approving of check requests and signing of check requests and checks.
  • Assist in preparation of budgets including the entering of budget data for Corporation, Land Projects, Rental Properties and Grants/Contracts.
  • Review and approve payroll register, payroll fringe, vacation, SUI and FICA worksheets. Supervise the preparation of W-2’s and 1099’s for Corporation and Rental Properties.
  • Coordinate purchasing, inventory and payment systems as well as prepare and submit Personal Property Tax
  • Enter data for and submit cash flow worksheet to the CFO.
  • Monitor and analyze indirect costs and prepare Indirect Cost Proposal.
  • In conjunction with the CFO, supervise and maintain Corporation’s internal control systems.
  • Maintain understanding of current fiscal regulations of applicable Federal, State and local programs, and under the direction of the CFO, prepare required reports for submittal to appropriate agencies.
  • Review and evaluate accounting software systems and make recommendations for updating the Corporate systems.
  • Review and update current status of pension investments and ensure accurate pension contributions.
  • Provide coordination for annual corporate audits including selection of auditors, preparation for audit and assistance as needed to the auditors during audit.
  • Review and approve Working Trial Balance for Grants/Contracts and Land accounts, Grant/Contract Activity reports as well as prepare Adjusting Journal Entries for quarterly reconciliation of all accounts.
  • In conjunction with the CFO manage corporate funds to maximize leveraging and earnings.
  • Utilize computer to perform above duties as required by Fiscal Department systems.
• As directed, attend various Corporate meetings, including Board of Directors’, Finance Committee and annual meeting.
• Attend appropriate seminars and other training sessions for the purpose of updating knowledge of accounting systems.

Requirements

Skill & Knowledge Requirements

• Ability to analyze data with successful results.
• Familiarity with Federal GAAP accounting principles.
• Familiarity with non-profit and cost accounting.
• Ability to work effectively as a representative of PSHHC and the Executive Director to government agencies and the general public.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to get along with fellow workers.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of three years management experience in a comparable environment.
• Experience in and general knowledge of, personal computers with a high level of proficiency using Excel, Word, MAS90 or equivalent accounting Software.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Business or Accounting.

License/Certification Requirements

• CPA license preferred.
  • Must possess a valid California driver's license, automobile liability insurance and have access to a reliable vehicle.