Controller
Remote
Full Time
Experienced
Harder+Company Community Research seeks a Controller to join our team of 35 researchers and corporate staff committed to advancing equity and provide community-based, action-oriented evaluation and capacity-building to a broad range of social sector organizations.
The Role
The Controller position is responsible and accountable for the overall accounting operations of the company and management of the Finance/Accounting team. This individual must possess great communication skills, attention to detail, meticulous organization skills, strong financial acumen, and a high aptitude for technology and financial systems. The ideal candidate will be strategic yet hands-on, having experience in a similar role in professional services and/or consulting organizations. The Controller should be an inspiring and credible leader that is committed to advancing our organizational culture and demonstrates reliable competence across all accounting functions, serving as a mentor and leader for the Finance/Accounting team. This position will report directly to the company owners (Partners). Examples of specific tasks include:
Management, Operations and Planning
Transactions
Reporting
Compliance and Risk Management
General Management Experience: You have prior successful experience working in a remote office setting under limited direct supervision, leading a variety of financial reporting and accounting operations, payroll, invoicing, and cash management support. You are highly detail-oriented, accurate and organized and have excellent critical and analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. You are able to develop positive and professional interactions with clients and peers.
Broad Experience with Office Technology and Software: You have proficiency and experience working with Deltek Vision or a similar accounting and finance software. Experience with ADP or a similar payroll software is also required. You have demonstrated proficiency with standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers etc. You are proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint), DocuSign, and Adobe Acrobat and learn new programs quickly. You have experience working with online business banking portals.
Collaborative & Dynamic Work Style: You can work independently and as part of a team to move tasks forward and have a strong ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, contributing to project goals and outcomes, and can pivot across projects and tasks while communicating to multiple teams in a timely fashion. You have the ability to anticipate challenges and identify appropriate solutions.
People Leadership: You are able to lead a team of people to success in their roles, contributing to the larger team and organization’s shared successes. You demonstrate a genuine interest in developing team culture and promoting professional development of each team member. You are excited and able to translate complex financial concepts to people with varying levels of expertise in accounting.
Diverse Perspective, Equity Focus & Intersectional Lens: You bring and share your unique perspective and draw from your personal and professional experiences to make contributions to your work.
Education + Experience: You have seven to ten years of relevant financial and/or accounting management experience, preferably within a professional services organization and a company of similar size to ours, as well as a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA preferred.
How we do our work: We use creative, culturally-responsive approaches to engaging communities and building the capacity of our clients and their partners. We engage our clients as partners to ensure that our approaches meet their needs and the needs of their stakeholders. Our dynamic, inclusive consulting approach allows our clients to reflect and develop new strategies over time. Our clients see our engagements as an opportunity to improve and leverage new information to strengthen programs and create lasting systems change.
Anti-racist journey: Our team is committed to being anti-racist. In doing so, we acknowledge that the systemic racism that permeates systems and structures in our society is also present in our organization. We are committed to actively work against racism in our organization and in our consulting practice. Our anti-racism organizational plan leads with race and recognizes intersectional identities (e.g., gender identity, sexual identity, ethnicity) that impact how we work together and with our clients.
This position is full time with a salary range of $111,920- $159,887, commensurate with experience, plus a benefits package including medical, dental, vacation, holiday, retirement, professional development and more!
As a company, we value diverse experiences and embrace and depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission. We are actively seeking a pool of candidates that reflect those core values. Harder+Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Management, Operations and Planning
- Oversee operations of the finance and accounting department, composed of one project accountant and one project accountant/payroll manager.
- Develop and oversee a documented system of accounting policies and procedures. Cultivate continuous improvement of Accounting and Financial Processes and the development of the team with the goal to achieve best practices and optimal output.
- Develop, promote, sustain and nurture close working relationships with all company staff and Partners, make financial recommendations to Partners; and devise and implement solutions to operational challenges as appropriate
- Maintain current knowledge of finance and accounting best practices while implementing operational improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance. Assist in formulating the company’s future direction and participate in key decisions pertaining to strategic initiatives and operational execution.
- Develop financial and tax strategies.
- Manage in and out-of-state business licenses and tax payments
Transactions
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, accounting schedules and journal entries, in order to produce timely accrual- and cash-based financial statements
- Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and payroll functions of the company
- Manage the payroll function ensuring efficient systems, process and controls
- Oversee bank transfers and initiate ACH payments, wire transfers, and check processing
- Ensure that reconciliations of bank statements, expense reports, and credit card are completed
- Maintain the chart of accounts
- Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions
Reporting
- Issue timely and complete financial statements, on both an accrual- and cash-basis
- Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics
- Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts
- Develop and produce regular reporting and analysis, including key metrics reports, and conduct ad hoc financial analysis at request of company Owners
- Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management
- Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts
- Comply with local, state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
Compliance and Risk Management
- Manage the company’s Risk Management programs. Manage the annual business insurance renewal process to ensure appropriate coverage
- Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit
- Understand and mitigate key elements of company’s risk profile
- Stay current with compliance and risk management best practices while monitoring fiscal control systems to ensure ongoing adherence to regulations
- Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and regulatory requirements
- Report risk issues to Partners
- Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations
- Effectively collaborate with Operations and Human Resources staff to ensure communication and coordination across departments
- Develop Finance and Accounting team goals that are fully aligned with the company strategy and goals
- Lead and coach the finance team
- Provide coaching, guidance and support, set professional development plans to assist employees to reach their full potential through the Performance Management process
- Ensure the team delivers the highest standard of teamwork and customer service
- Ensure optimal deployment of resources to achieve business goals
General Management Experience: You have prior successful experience working in a remote office setting under limited direct supervision, leading a variety of financial reporting and accounting operations, payroll, invoicing, and cash management support. You are highly detail-oriented, accurate and organized and have excellent critical and analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. You are able to develop positive and professional interactions with clients and peers.
Broad Experience with Office Technology and Software: You have proficiency and experience working with Deltek Vision or a similar accounting and finance software. Experience with ADP or a similar payroll software is also required. You have demonstrated proficiency with standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers etc. You are proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint), DocuSign, and Adobe Acrobat and learn new programs quickly. You have experience working with online business banking portals.
Collaborative & Dynamic Work Style: You can work independently and as part of a team to move tasks forward and have a strong ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, contributing to project goals and outcomes, and can pivot across projects and tasks while communicating to multiple teams in a timely fashion. You have the ability to anticipate challenges and identify appropriate solutions.
People Leadership: You are able to lead a team of people to success in their roles, contributing to the larger team and organization’s shared successes. You demonstrate a genuine interest in developing team culture and promoting professional development of each team member. You are excited and able to translate complex financial concepts to people with varying levels of expertise in accounting.
Diverse Perspective, Equity Focus & Intersectional Lens: You bring and share your unique perspective and draw from your personal and professional experiences to make contributions to your work.
Education + Experience: You have seven to ten years of relevant financial and/or accounting management experience, preferably within a professional services organization and a company of similar size to ours, as well as a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA preferred.
More About Harder+Company
Who we are: Harder+Company helps public agencies, foundations, and nonprofits learn about their impact and sharpen their strategies to advance social change. Since 1986, we have blended sophisticated research methods with real-world insights to help clients better understand their work. Among other things, our consultants conduct rigorous evaluations, guide learning processes, help clients engage community members, and advise clients on strategies for the future. For more information about our firm, visit our website: www.harderco.com.How we do our work: We use creative, culturally-responsive approaches to engaging communities and building the capacity of our clients and their partners. We engage our clients as partners to ensure that our approaches meet their needs and the needs of their stakeholders. Our dynamic, inclusive consulting approach allows our clients to reflect and develop new strategies over time. Our clients see our engagements as an opportunity to improve and leverage new information to strengthen programs and create lasting systems change.
Anti-racist journey: Our team is committed to being anti-racist. In doing so, we acknowledge that the systemic racism that permeates systems and structures in our society is also present in our organization. We are committed to actively work against racism in our organization and in our consulting practice. Our anti-racism organizational plan leads with race and recognizes intersectional identities (e.g., gender identity, sexual identity, ethnicity) that impact how we work together and with our clients.
Additional details
We value our personal connections with our colleagues and community. We enjoy having a physical space to connect in-person and look for opportunities to connect. Currently, the majority of our staff is working remotely across the metropolitan areas in which we operate (Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego). Given the specific job duties, the Controller will primarily work remotely (i.e., from home), but must live in California, San Diego preferred. Controller may also be asked to come into the San Diego office or other meeting place for in-person work and meetings.This position is full time with a salary range of $111,920- $159,887, commensurate with experience, plus a benefits package including medical, dental, vacation, holiday, retirement, professional development and more!
As a company, we value diverse experiences and embrace and depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission. We are actively seeking a pool of candidates that reflect those core values. Harder+Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls, faxes, or walk-ins please.
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