Controller

Job Title: Controller

Program/Dept: Finance

Location: New Hope, MN

Manager: Director of Finance

This is a full-time exempt position, 40 hrs/wk, Mon-Fri, with a competitive benefits package. The hiring salary range is between $75,000 - $85,000.

Job Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing accounting activities within the Food Group primarily through use of Quickbooks and Excel; including grants, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash/banking, audits and payroll. They develop and execute strategies and standards related to accounting policy, general ledger maintenance, financial systems, and controls. Monitors financial condition. Oversees monthly, and annual accounting close processes in compliance with GAAP. This position reports to and collaborates with the Director of Finance and has one direct report, an Accounting Specialist.

Core Job Functions

• Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR):
  • Manage and oversee the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable function of the organization. Manages AP/AR policies and procedures.

• Regularly reviews AP/AR for accuracy.
• Reviews/approves weekly check run; prints checks.
• Manages timely payments in accordance with GAAP and organizational policies.

• Grants Financial Management
  • Review and provide detailed Grant Financial Reviews and Reporting to Exec Team and Grant Managers
  • Assist Advancement team in managing financial relationships with Federal, Corporate, & Foundation grants.
  • Create budgets for Government grants.
  • Provide Grant financial Reports & Request funds for grants in accordance with Grantors needs and requirements.
• Payroll & Benefits
  • Partner with Accounting Specialist to ensure Bi-weekly Payroll is processed timely and accurately in ADP and approve payroll
  • Work within ADP to distribute W2s annually; follow up with employees who do not receive W2.
  • Serve as the 401K Plan Administrator, leading audits as needed, processing distributions, loans, and leading fiduciary responsibilities.
  • Support HR with other benefits, including collaborating on plans, deductions, ADP set up, and annual open enrollment.
  • Oversee benefits reconciliation against payroll deductions.
• Month-End:
  • Lead the monthly financial close process.
    • Perform and oversee closing journal entries, accruals, depreciations, restricted income, reconciliations and intercompany entries
  • Perform monthly inventory reconciliation for all Food Group programs
• Audits Leadership:
  • Ensure all audits are completed on time without material adjustments needed.
• Lead annual financial audit
  • Serve as main contact for audits and assign tasks to staff
  • Partner with Director of Operations on Organization’s Insurance, Work comp and Liability insurance renewals and audits
  • Manage Grant and state/local audit processes

• Accounting Team Leadership.
  • Monitor and forecast cash flow activity of the business; review forecast with leadership
  • Provide excellent customer service to internal staff, customers, and vendors
  • Responsible for the leadership and management of the accounting function
  • Drive process changes and continuous improvement working toward increased efficiency on new and existing processes & procedures
  • Stay current with changing accounting standards, regulations, and industry best practices
  • Hire, train and retain highly skilled accounting staff.
  • Ensure team is engaged and aligned with the organization’s values, goals, and objectives.
  • Collaborate with Finance Director on annual budget & forecast process; financial reporting; developing and monitoring business performance metrics.
• Assist in team projects and other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Highly motivated, organized, great attention to detail and tendency toward solution-based thinking skills.

• Ability to be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be creative and flexible in responding to changing priorities and emerging needs.

• Knowledge of QuickBooks Enterprise a plus
• Microsoft office programs and computer skills; advanced Excel skills

• Good understanding of principles, practices, and techniques of non-profit accounting administration, including month end close, banking/cash and payroll.
• Understanding of Comprehensive principles, practices and techniques of financial planning and analysis.
• Understanding the development and implementation of financial programs, internal controls, policies and procedures.
• All employees must pass a pre-employment background study

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting and 5 years of accounting/finance experience; or equivalent education/experience
• Experience working in a community-based nonprofit is preferred.
• Experience in QuickBooks is required.
• Prior experience leading a finance team; supervision experience a plus
• Understanding of US GAAP.
• Prior experience with ADP HRIS preferred, but not required.
• CPA designation is a plus (active or inactive)

Licenses and/or Certifications

Working Conditions and Environment

This position is located in a dog-friendly office setting. The building is accessible and smoke free. This position works during normal business hours and might include some evening and/or weekend hours. Start times are flexible to adjust to bus, biking, or other transportation schedules. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds if needed. Must be able to sit for long periods of time and utilize various office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, and calculator) on a continual basis. Must be comfortable with working on a hybrid team.

All employees must be able to work effectively in a mission-driven agency whose clients and staff exhibit significant diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, gender orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, and religion. Ability to work effectively in an organization that has recognized its own equity issues and seeks to be more representative of the community.

Demonstrates commitment to hunger relief focused on health, nutrition, and equity.

People of Color and LGBTQ people are strongly encouraged to apply. The Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Organization Overview

The Food Group (TFG) is a local food equity nonprofit. For more than 45 years we have worked to provide nutritious food to those who need it most in our community. We work at the intersection of food access, equity, and nutrition issues related to food and hunger in Minnesota. We work across the food system and our programs include anti-hunger initiatives, affordable grocery, advocacy, and sustainable farming.

Our culture and environment can be described as high-trust, cooperative, collaborative, open, and fun. We are team of approximately 60 people with three locations in New Hope, St. Paul, and Marine on St. Croix.

We are a workplace that is full of people who genuinely appreciate each other and work best when tackling big ideas as a team. We value individuals who bring their life experiences to their work, knowing that the ways that they have experienced racial, economic, or gender injustice drive their passion to create change. We are a team of passionate, dedicated people who work alongside each other.

Equity is fundamental to our mission to fight hunger and nourish our community. Where we live, how much money we make, or the color of our skin currently influences access to healthy and culturally connected foods. We must address the roots of these inequities so everyone in our community has the opportunity to live their best life. We believe in working with our community and organizations to improve food access and make systemic changes. To do so, equity is a part of all aspects of our work. We invite individuals from different abilities, ethnicities, genders, races, religions, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic backgrounds to take part in and shape the work in the community.

Benefits:

• Medical & Dental
• 401k Employer Contribution
• Employer-paid life insurance/AD&D up to 2x the employee’s annual salary
• 16 days of Paid Holidays
• Up to 18 days of Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Many more!

How to apply

Interested parties should send a cover letter and current resume via the organization’s website at Job Opportunities - The Food Group (thefoodgroupmn.org).