Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Lead the accounting operations of the Institute, ensuring effective financial reporting, accounting processes, and internal controls.

• Collaborate with the fractional CFO to establish strategic goals and priorities for the accounting department.

• Create and manage the accounting operational plan and budget while assisting in organization-wide budgeting and forecasting.

• Oversee the monthly and year-end closing processes, aiming for completion within 10 business days.

• Generate financial statements, budget-to-actual comparisons, and perform variance analyses.

• Manage the general ledger, chart of accounts, reconciliations, and review journal entries.

• Implement ASC 606 for revenue recognition and maintain schedules for deferred revenue and recognition policies.

• Conduct research and document technical accounting positions, including ASC 958 and ASC 842.

• Act as the primary liaison for external auditors during the annual audit process.

• Coordinate the preparation of Form 990, 990-T, sales and use tax filings, 1099s, and other necessary submissions.

• Design, document, and test internal controls while maintaining accounting policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, expense management, and cash management activities.

• Lead the financial aspects of the Sage Intacct implementation, including chart of accounts and dimension design, data migration, integrations, testing, and launch.

• Manage Sage Intacct, FP&A tools, Ramp, AMS, payment platforms, and general ledger integrations.

• Streamline and automate manual processes whenever feasible.

• Recruit, manage, and develop accounting personnel.

• Represent the accounting function in leadership discussions and collaborate with peer Directors on cross-functional initiatives.

• Serve as the CFO's backup, escalate critical risks, and act as a financial partner throughout the Institute.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.

• Experience overseeing the month-end close process and conducting a financial statement audit from start to finish.

• Proven experience in supervising staff.

• Experience in developing and managing departmental budgets.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, with practical experience in ASC 606 across various revenue streams.

• Background in administering cloud-based accounting systems.

• Experience in generating financial reports and automating workflows.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel.

• Ability to remain at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.

• Capability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.

• Willingness to travel to Denver quarterly for meetings and organizational activities.

• Active CPA designation is preferred.

• Prior experience in a non-profit or association setting is preferred.

• Experience with Sage Intacct, particularly in an implementation context, is preferred.

• Familiarity with Martus, Ramp, or similar tools is preferred.

• Background in public accounting audits is preferred.

• Experience with AMS-to-GL integrations is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

• Paid time off.

• Paid holidays.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Employee assistance resources.

• Opportunities for professional development.