What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller - Accounting position at Helping Hand for Relief and Development?
Our Vision :
As a leader to empower lives, creating opportunities and strengthen the bond of humanity. HHRD is committed to serve humanity by integrating resources for people in need. We strive to provide immediate response in disasters, and effective Programs in places of suffering, for the pleasure of Allah.
Who Are We :
HHRD is a global humanitarian relief and development organization responding to human sufferings in emergency and disaster situations around the world. In addition to our emergency relief efforts in natural or man-made disasters, we also work on long term relief and development programs.
Core Values
Mutual Respect : Recognize the innate worth of all people and the value of diversity
Equity and Justice : Work to ensure equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of race, gender, color, class, ethnicity, disability and location
Care for All : Provide care for vulnerable groups; orphans, widows and elderly people
Honesty and Transparency : Being accountable at all levels for the effectiveness of our actions and open in our judgments and communications with others
Self Respect : To help the poor without the feeling of humiliation
Solidarity with the Poor : Powerless and excluded will be the only bias in our commitment to the fight against poverty
About the Role
The organization is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to join its nonprofit team. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller will oversee accounting, financial reporting, and compliance functions, ensuring all financial operations align with the organization"s mission and strategic goals. This position will be responsible for managing both international and domestic financial operations and will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity while providing leadership in financial planning and analysis.
What You"ll Do
Manage all aspects of the organization's accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
O versee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
Ensure proper internal controls and safeguards for the organization's financial assets.
Coordinate with field offices internationally overseeing accounting and financial practices for subsidiaries.
Assist the CFO with the development and monitoring of the annual budget.
Provide detailed financial analysis and monthly budget-to-actual reports to department heads and leadership.
Monitor grant and program budgets to ensure compliance with donor restrictions and funding guidelines.
Collaborate with department heads to enforce budgetary requirements while also ensuring budget is an accurate reflection of the needs of the Organization.
Coordinate annual audits and tax filings (e.g., Form 990).
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including nonprofit reporting standards.
Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures for operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Ensure policies and procedures are accurate and team members are in compliance.
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and professional development.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Collaborate with the CFO to identify financial risks and opportunities.
Support strategic initiatives by providing financial insights and forecasts.
Serve as a key advisor to the CFO on financial trends impacting the nonprofit sector.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA designation strongly preferred.
Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization.
In-depth knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Commitment to the mission and values of the nonprofit sector.
Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI and the Microsoft Environment overall.
Must be authorized to work in the USA.
This position is required to be in the office.
Preferences :
Preferred experience with SAP, Xledger ERP and Power Automate.
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