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Controller
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead and manage all financial operations within our organization, based in San Francisco, California. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting across all entities.</li><li>Lead monthly/annual close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis, financial modeling, and scenario planning to support strategic decisions.</li><li>Manage multi-entity consolidations, intercompany allocations, and reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee the full accounting cycle across multiple business units.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Manage property and real estate development accounting, including capital projects and depreciation.</li><li>Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions.</li><li>Lead annual audits and oversee timely tax filings (e.g., IRS Form 990).</li><li>Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.</li><li>Manage grant and fund accounting, ensuring accurate tracking of restricted funds and compliance with requirements.</li><li>Develop and update internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard operations.</li><li>Drive automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency.</li><li>Optimize ERP and financial systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Vena) for reporting and consolidations.</li><li>Lead organizational and program budgets in partnership with department leaders.</li><li>Monitor expenditures for compliance with budgets, funder requirements, and grant terms.</li><li>Provide training and tools to strengthen financial literacy among budget holders.</li><li>Partner with Programs, Operations, People, and Development teams to align financials with strategy.</li><li>Deliver financial analysis and forecasting to guide resource allocation and long-term planning.</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing accounting team focused on accountability and growth.</li><li>Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and professional development.</li><li>Lead organizational training to enhance financial literacy and compliance.</li><li>Implement project management tools and reporting frameworks to improve accountability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/CMA preferred, MBA or Master’s a plus.</li><li>10+ years of progressive nonprofit or public accounting experience, including managing and developing accounting teams.</li><li>Expertise in multi-entity consolidations, intercompany transactions, GAAP compliance, and financial audits.</li><li>Skilled in ERP systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Vena), property and real estate development accounting, and payroll/HCM systems.</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and organizational abilities with a track record of leading cross-functional teams and complex projects.</li><li>Strategic thinker with a systems-oriented approach, demonstrating integrity, fiscal responsibility, and commitment to mission-driven work.</li></ul>
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  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead and manage all financial operations within our organization, based in San Francisco, California. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting across all entities.</li><li>Lead monthly/annual close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis, financial modeling, and scenario planning to support strategic decisions.</li><li>Manage multi-entity consolidations, intercompany allocations, and reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee the full accounting cycle across multiple business units.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Manage property and real estate development accounting, including capital projects and depreciation.</li><li>Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions.</li><li>Lead annual audits and oversee timely tax filings (e.g., IRS Form 990).</li><li>Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.</li><li>Manage grant and fund accounting, ensuring accurate tracking of restricted funds and compliance with requirements.</li><li>Develop and update internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard operations.</li><li>Drive automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency.</li><li>Optimize ERP and financial systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Vena) for reporting and consolidations.</li><li>Lead organizational and program budgets in partnership with department leaders.</li><li>Monitor expenditures for compliance with budgets, funder requirements, and grant terms.</li><li>Provide training and tools to strengthen financial literacy among budget holders.</li><li>Partner with Programs, Operations, People, and Development teams to align financials with strategy.</li><li>Deliver financial analysis and forecasting to guide resource allocation and long-term planning.</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing accounting team focused on accountability and growth.</li><li>Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and professional development.</li><li>Lead organizational training to enhance financial literacy and compliance.</li><li>Implement project management tools and reporting frameworks to improve accountability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-24T18:19:20Z

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