Controller

About New York Cares

New York Cares exists to turn passion into action, leverage resources through partnership, and create long-lasting change across New York City. We've become the City's leading volunteer management organization by adapting and responding to our most pressing community needs – from everyday challenges like food insecurity and educational inequity to relief efforts in response to 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic. As we grow our team, we are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, finds a place of belonging, and brings their authentic self to work.

About The Controller

The Controller, who reports directly to the Chief Finance & Operations Officer, plays a crucial role in guiding the organization towards achieving its financial objectives, adhering to regulatory standards, and promoting a culture of accountability and ongoing enhancement. This individual is tasked with managing all financial and fiduciary duties within the organization, which includes ensuring the promptness and precision of financial reports and budgeting procedures, performing strategic analysis of business operations and future projections, and supervising a team of four finance and accounting professionals.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Oversee the accurate and timely production and maintenance of the organization's accounting books, ensuring adherence to accounting principles and standards. Lead the annual audit process.
• Analyze financial data, providing insights and recommendations to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Directors.
• Manage operating cash/liquidity and forecasting.
• Drive initiatives to transform the finance function, collaborating with other departments to implement innovative technologies and enhance data analytics capabilities.
• Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes, procedures, and systems to increase efficiency and alignment with regulatory requirements and business best practices.
• Document, implement and maintain policies and procedures to support optimization and strong internal controls.
• Lead the annual budget process, collaborating with department heads to develop realistic financials plans. Monitor budget performance, analyze variances, and partner with department heads to optimize revenue and spend.
• Supervise and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering an environment of inclusion, continuous learning, and high performance.

This list is not an exhaustive job description. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates for the Controller role will possess:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Over five years of experience in a Controller or similar role; non-profit experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting principles, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Advanced skills in people management, performance management, strategic execution, and strategic thinking.
• Advanced Proficiency in document management and financial management systems, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement, change management, and strategic collaboration across departments.
• Demonstrated commitment to accountability, continuous improvement, cultural competence, and solutions-focused approaches.

Compensation

The salary range is $ 135k - $165k and is commensurate with experience.

Salary is just one component of New York Cares’ total compensation package. We offer generous paid leave, including a winter holiday break, self-care days, and summer Fridays; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; access to a suite of e-learning courses; tax advantage accounts including a 403b Thrift Plan, FSA, and much more.

New York Cares is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are deeply committed to building a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and prioritized. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other non-merit-based or legally protected grounds.