Controller

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Ensure all accounting procedures and record keeping are in compliance with business practice and General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Direct and coordinate accounting activities to include accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, fixed assets and retail, and miscellaneous inventories.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (NOTE: Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation will be made.)

• Provide oversight and direction of all general accounting functions, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Supervise the accounting staff, develop goals and establish priorities.
• Establish and maintain an effective system of internal controls for accounting functions.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and commitment to quality.
• Ensure the agency complies with all government, state and other funding sources requirements including reporting.
• Oversee the completion and management of financial reports, audits with government agencies and other outside funding sources.
• Ensure that all agency bank account reconciliations are complete monthly.
• Provide financial reports and information, training and assistance to management throughout the organization.
• Maintain accounting systems and records in accordance with department and management needs and retention standards.
• Participate in crossover training responsible as backup to all accounting staff daily duties.
• Perform work activities in conformance to Goodwill Values Statement which includes the values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Stewardship, Learning, Teamwork and Entrepreneurial Spirit.
• Immediately report any wrongdoing, unethical or improper conduct, fraud, fiscal mismanagement or misappropriation of funds, etc. (Refer to the Corporate Compliance Program Policy and Procedure for instructions on how to report.)
• Encourage and do not hinder in any way an employee making a report pertaining to Goodwills Corporate Compliance Program Policy and Procedure or making a report of work injury.
• Ensure no employee is retaliated against in any way as a result of making a report related to Goodwills Corporate Compliance Program Policy and Procedure or making a report of work injury.
• Welcome and embrace cultural diversity in all areas of Goodwill, i.e. customers, donors, volunteers, employees or participants served.
• Perform additional duties as required.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor degree in accounting/business administration, strong skills in accounting principles and procedures.

2. Work experience in business management/accounting required. Supervisory experience helpful.

3. Strong verbal, written and organization skills.

4. A well developed acumen for business.

5. Must have a valid drivers license issued by the State of Nebraska and meet insurance requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Ability to communicate in spoken conversation and have normal hearing for conversation and telephone use.

2. Ability to be independently mobile on all surfaces, to move safely about the work area.

3. Visual acuity, depth perception and field of vision within normal range.

4. Have the physical stamina to work at least eight (8) hours per day and be able to travel to sites, conferences, etc., via automobile, airplane, etc.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Demonstrated decision-making and problem solving abilities.

2. Ability to motivate, train and supervise employees.

3. Ability to get along and work with employees at all levels in the Agency.

4. Demonstrated ability to perform duties which change frequently.