Controller, Finance

Title: Controller, Finance

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Onsite/Remote: Hybrid

Overview:

Operation Smile, one of the largest volunteer-based nonprofit organizations in the world, is adding a Controller to our team in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The ideal candidate for this role has the accounting experience to optimize and manage U.S. based accounting functions and the leadership acumen to effectively communicate financial information with stakeholders throughout our organization. You’ll lead our US Finance team, championing our financial reporting framework and ensuring our money is spent well. Managing the general ledger and a team of approximately 10 accountants in this hands-on role, our vision is for the finance team to be a proactive, cross-disciplinary, collaborative and strategic partner, working closely with operations, programs, fundraising, IT and risk management.

Operation Smile has an ambitious 10-year growth plan to operate in 40 countries, double our annual revenue and a major increase in operating outputs in clinical medicine and medical education. Teamwork, honesty, attention to detail, intellectual curiosity and a passion for implementing continuous efficiencies will be critical to our success.

Reporting

• Prepare a monthly financial reporting framework of clear, concise financial information to drive decision-making among stakeholders throughout the organization.
• Provide comprehensive, timely financial updates to leadership team, including relevant variance analysis, guidance of trends and evaluation of risks.
• Manage cash flow and forecasting for US operations.
• Establish financial and operating benchmarks, operational controls, program monitoring, and reporting standards on daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Accountable for establishing and communicating priorities and timelines for deliverables within the finance team.
• Supervise the annual audit and preparation of 990 tax returns and other filings.
• Coordinate the tax filing of charitable fundraising compliance reports in all 50 U.S. States.

General Ledger and Systems

• Function as the systems administrator for SAGE Intacct ERP System.
• Manage ledgers and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards, private contributions and grants, loans, government funded programs and other regulatory requirements.
• Implement internal control safeguards over organizational assets, revenue, and costs.
• Support the accounting team with dynamic leadership and training that creates an environment of trust and productivity.
• Optimize banking relationships and initiate strategies to enhance cash positions.
• Maintain clear accounting process manual, ensuring it is consistently updated.
• Maximize efficiencies through continuous optimization of internal processes and external transactions.
• Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, upholding U.S. federal, state, and local legal standards by remaining knowledgeable about existing, new, and future legislation.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Consistently evaluate current risk management processes and implement best practices.

Required Qualifications

• A relevant degree in accounting, finance or similar
• 7 years of relevant experience in Finance and Accounting
• Keen analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Understanding US GAAP accounting regulations and practices
• Strong familiarity with financial management systems
• Advanced level Microsoft Excel Skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills
• Strong desire and ability to manage and inspire staff.
• Must be able to maneuver a complex financial structure.
• CPA required.
• Must be able to commute to Virginia Beach, Virginia

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with selection, upgrade, and implementation of financial ERP systems.
• Experience with international accounting & subsidiary accounting.
• Experience with consolidations & intercompany.
• Public accounting experience.
• Previous internal audit experience.

Why Operation Smile?

Meaningful Work - At Operation Smile, you will engage in meaningful work that transforms lives, providing

essential medical care to children and contributing to global health and well-being.

A Brighter Future - Make saving for the future easy with Operation Smile’s 401(k) plan, featuring Safe Harbor and employer matching. Cha-ching!

Happy and Healthy - Kick back and relax with Operation Smile's all-in-one health plans! We've got your health, pharmacy, dental, and vision needs covered for you and your loved ones. No worries, just smiles!

Worry-Free Insurance - Enjoy true peace of mind with 100% paid premiums for life and AD&D insurances. We've got you covered, no matter what!

Take Your Time (Off) - Start with 15 days of paid time off in your first year plus celebrate with company-paid holidays! More time for fun and relaxation

Work it, Flex it - Enjoy flexible work arrangements that fit your lifestyle, with remote, on-site, and hybrid work arrangements.

Travel Minus Stress - See the world through our unique employee programs, which offer opportunities to participate in international medical trips, community outreach, and global health initiatives.