Job Description
Job Description
- applicant must live in Southwest Florida (the region between Naples and Tampa)OVERVIEW
Better Together works to end the root causes of poverty, dependency, divorce and child abuse by leveraging the power of the local church to provide struggling families with supportive relationships and meaningful work. Once properly supported, families can achieve independence, stay together and thrive.
Better Together seeks a Controller to play a crucial leadership role in the financial management and oversight of the organization. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the organization's mission and goals.
The ideal candidate should have demonstrated leadership, communication and organization skills. He or she should be a self-starter who thrives when challenged and is comfortable working remotely and finding creative solutions.
CULTURE AND FIT
The people who consistently succeed at Better Together are those whose actions and behavior reflect our five core values. If you adhere to these values and answer “yes” to each of these questions, you may be a fit.
Owner’s Mindset : You are invested in the outcomes of our mission.Are you a self-starter who is able to take initiative in order to complete a task?Do you often seek opportunities for professional growth?Choosing Gratitude : There are many things in life that can make us upset. Every day we have a choice to either be negative or give thanks.Do you often go out of your way to help others?Have you written a thank-you card in the last 30 days?Are you a positive person who is more focused on opportunities instead of obstacles?Love Others : We aim to love others like Christ loves us. Our hope is that our lives would be filled and overflowing with love, so that we can make a difference in this world.Do people often say you are a good listener?Do you make decisions based on what’s best for others over yourself?Do you often find yourself looking for ways to make others feel empowered, important and appreciated?Partnership-Oriented : Internal and external relationships are not transactional. That starts with our team members and the perspective that we need the rest of the team to succeed in order to win personally.Are you comfortable creating your own structure for work, such as setting work hours, your own priorities, and creating clarity and a work plan from a broad goal?Do you tend to be the one who initiates conversations with colleagues, rather than waiting for them to come to you?The Sky is the Limit : We have a big vision at Better Together. No one on our team is counting hours or widgets. We are here to get results, and sometimes that will require going the extra mile or doing a job that isn’t technically ours.Do you often set yourself audacious goals?Do you wholeheartedly agree with our principles, which include that people’s lives are made better through work and that we can and will end the foster care crisis?The vast majority of those who don’t get hired (or don’t last) at Better Together lack a fit with these values. Be prepared to have very candid conversations about them in our interview process.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Controller will have four primary roles, broken down into key responsibilities. They are :
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements.Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights for leadership decision-making.Develop financial dashboards and KPIs to track organizational performance.Work with the CEO and COO to help lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with department leaders.Accounting Operations
Oversee outsourced accounting functions, ensuring deliverables meet organizational standards and deadlines.Perform weekly reconciliations for all accounts, ensuring accuracy and consistency.Maintain accurate and compliant financial records in accordance with GAAP.Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.Collaborate with external accounting partners to streamline workflows and resolve issues efficiently.Compliance, Risk Management, and Grant Reporting
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including tax filings and audits.Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard the organization’s assets and financial integrity.Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial service providers.Oversee financial management and compliance for grant-funded programs. Collaborate with Development and CEO to ensure deliverables are on track and met.Prepare and submit grant budgets, financial reports, and reimbursement requests in a timely manner.Monitor grant expenditures to ensure alignment with funder requirements and approved budgets.Systems and Process Optimization
Evaluate and improve financial systems, software, and workflows to enhance efficiency.Implement scalable accounting processes to support organizational growth.Collaborate with technology and operations teams to streamline financial integration across departments.Support the implementation of new financial tools or systems as needed.REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management roles.Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.Experience with grant management and compliance is preferred.Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Salesforce) and advanced Excel skills.Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and develop teams.Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Match Better Together’s core values (described above)TIMING, LOCATION AND COMPENSATION
Better Together seeks to fill this position as soon as possible. The organization’s headquarters are in Naples, Florida, but all the Better Together staff reside in Florida. This applicant must live in our Southwest Florida Region (in the region between Tampa and Naples). Better Together has built a highly successful work culture over the past decade with systems and structures designed for clarity, flexibility, and great communication. Key elements of the environment include :
Weekly team meetings with clear accountability and the opportunity to solve issues as a team.Quarterly in-person team meetings at which you’ll build deeper relationships, set clear goals aligned with the Better Together vision, and brainstorm how to seize new opportunitiesAn intensive 90-day orientation to familiarize you with the Better Together team, our policies, and how we operateHome office setup, including equipment and communication tools you need to hit the ground runningCompensation and Benefits :
90,000-$120,000 Annual SalaryBetter Together offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a health benefit and generous paid leave plan. Which includes :
Medical (99% employer paid, employee only)DentalVisionLife InsurancePaid HolidaysPaid Time offRetirement Savings Plan with 50 / 50 employer match up to 6%Please direct any questions to hiring@bettertogetherus.org.
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