Public Sector Controller: Grants & GAAP Leader

Atlanta Regional Commission; Atlanta (GA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Atlanta Regional Commission seeks a Financial Services Manager (Controller) to lead ARC's accounting, financial reporting, and grant management functions. This senior role ensures GAAP/GASB compliance, timely ACFR and Single Audit preparation, and accurate financial statements.

The Controller will oversee GL, month-end close, cash management, receivables/payables, internal controls, and staff supervision, partnering with program managers and external auditors to safeguard agency resources.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible professional accounting or financial management experience, preferably in public sector/governmental environment.
• 3+ years of experience managing or overseeing grant accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities.
• Experience preparing or supporting ACFR and Single Audit.
• Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and internal controls.
• CPA license required; substitution not allowed.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience in accounting/financial operations.

Aufgaben

• Oversee and manage all accounting operations and financial reporting activities.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and ensure integrity of financial records.
• Review, approve, and prepare complex journal entries and reconciliations.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Manage grant accounting, reimbursements, expenditure tracking, and compliance reporting, including grant setup and drawdowns.
• Prepare schedules for ACFR and Single Audit; liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with GASB, GAAP, and grant regulations.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls and financial processes.

Kenntnisse

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical reasoning

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field

CPA license

Tools

Costpoint

Jobbeschreibung

The Atlanta Regional Commission seeks a Financial Services Manager (Controller) to lead ARC's accounting, financial reporting, and grant management functions. This senior role ensures GAAP/GASB compliance, timely ACFR and Single Audit preparation, and accurate financial statements.

The Controller will oversee GL, month-end close, cash management, receivables/payables, internal controls, and staff supervision, partnering with program managers and external auditors to safeguard agency resources.