Controller

Description : United Way for Greater Austin Financial Controller Department : Finance and Planning Regular, Full-time, ExemptWho we are : United Way for Greater Austin brings our community together to break economic barriers and build opportunity for all.We break the cycle of economic inequality - striving to create a vibrant, thriving community. Recognizing the urgency of addressing economic disparity, we focus on increasing the availability of high-quality early care and education and access to pivotal resources to dismantle economic barriers in Central Texas. Our united front includes dedicated donors, volunteers, corporate and civic partners, staff, and an engaged community. Together, we leverage data, coalitions, services, and advocacy to transform Central Texas, responding to urgent needs with lasting, impactful solutions.Who we want : The Controller is a strong leader with an adaptive management style who is passionate about United Way's business, accounting, and planning processes aligned with our core values and strategic goals.Who you are :

• Collaborates : You work cooperatively with all departments across the organization to achieve shared objectives and represent their interests while being fair to others and their area. You partner with others to get work done and credit others for their contributions and accomplishments — you garner the trust and support of others
• Cultivates innovation : You come with helpful, new, better, or unique ideas and encourage diverse thinking to promote and nurture innovation. You introduce new ways of looking at problems and implementing creative solutions.
• Drives results : You have a strong bottom-line orientation. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks and have a track record of exceeding goals successfully. You push yourself and help others achieve results.
• Interpersonal savvy : You relate comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, and geography and act diplomatically and tactfully. You build a rapport in an open, friendly, and accepting way and develop constructive relationships with people similar and different to yourself.
• Resilient : You are confident under pressure and maintain a positive attitude despite adversity. You manage crises effectively, bounce back from setbacks, and grow from your hardships and negative experiences.
• Builds networks : You build strong formal and informal networks and maintain relationships across various functions and locations. You draw upon multiple relationships to exchange ideas, resources, and know-how.
• Build effective teams : You form teams with appropriate and diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and experience and foster open dialogue and collaboration. You establish common objectives and a shared mindset. You create a feeling of belonging and strong team morale, share wins, and reward team efforts.
• Drives vision and purpose : You positively discuss future possibilities and create organization-wide energy and optimism for the future. You create milestones and symbols to rally support behind the vision and show your commitment to the vision while articulating the vision in a way everyone can relate to.
• Strategic mindset : You anticipate future trends and implications accurately and readily pose future scenarios. You articulate credible pictures and visions of possibilities to create sustainable value and develop competitive and breakthrough strategies that clearly connect vision and action.
• Plans and aligns : You set objectives to align with broader organizational goals and break objectives down into appropriate initiatives and actions. You stage activities with relevant milestones and schedules and anticipate and adjust effective contingency plans.What you'll do :
• Responsible for accounting operations of United Way and ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee core accounting activities to ensure accurate and timely processing of budget reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant expense reports, cash control, core payroll processing, and payroll tax compliance.
• Manage organizational cash flow forecasting by working in partnership with department directors and budget managers.
• Oversee the maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records.
• Maintain a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk.
• Enhance the accuracy of United Way's reported financial results and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Mentor and leverage the finance team's strengths, helping clarify roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals.What you'll gain :
• The pride that comes with making a real difference in your community.
• Opportunity to work and network with a diverse, passionate group of volunteers that serve on our Finance Committee.
• Joining a committed, experienced, supportive, and passionate finance team at United Way.What you'll bring :
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. CPA certification preferred.
• 5 - 7 years of progressively responsible work experience in accounting is required. Non-profit experience is strongly preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in a management position with a proven record of coaching, guiding, and developing employees is required.
• Superior customer service and organizational skills.
• Work closely with peers and staff members in the organization to bring both finance and accounting leadership and perspective and drive efficient processes.
• Flexibility and ability to work and supervise multiple high-priority projects.What you'll receive :
• Dynamic and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Hybrid Work Option
• Employer 403(b) Matching
• Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance (for employees)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave
• FMLA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)This position is located in Austin, Texas, and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.Notice : The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Management has the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. United Way for Greater Austin is an "at-will" employer.Requirements : Compensation details : 99705-107270 Yearly SalaryPIbcea7f3923b4-29400-37070523