Controller POST NUMBER: 473055

We are recruiting a Controller for a long-standing organization in the Raleigh area. This position oversees financial compliance related to payroll, benefits accounting, and insurance programs and partners with Operations on HR administration and policy implementation. The Controller is responsible for financial integrity and compliance of all fiscal functions and does not oversee general HR operations or office administration. The position reports directly to the President and CEO and collaborates closely with the Operations, Engagement, and Development teams. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to join a growing organization with strong momentum, a positive and collaborative culture, and the ability to make a meaningful impact

Responsibilities:
Finance/Accounting:

• Manage/perform all functions necessary for accounts, including receivables and payables
• Perform all banking functions, including deposits, credit card processing & reconciliations
• Process payroll taxes and forms
• Prepare general ledger entries
• Prepare and manage all accounting tasks, including accrual basis financials, internal financial statements for department leads, cash flow reports, fixed assets, and prepaid expenses
• Manage the preparation of the annual budget
• Prepare documents needed for the 990 and work with the tax accountant
• Prepare documents required for the annual audit and work with the auditor
• Prepare application for any necessary Solicitation Licenses
• Prepare Sales Tax Refund Report

Payroll & Benefits:

• Administer payroll and retirement contributions semimonthly
• Ensure proper accounting, reconciliation, and financial compliance for all payroll and benefit-related liabilities
• Oversee financial administration of employee benefits, including coordination with brokers on billing and reporting matters
• Partner with Operations on benefits administration, with Operations leading employee communications, enrollment processes, and HR-related compliance

Risk Management:

• Manage insurance policies (e.g. D&O, general liability)
• Develop and maintain fiscal risk management policies (e.g., cash movement controls, segregation of duties)
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and ensure adequate organizational coverage

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field (i.e., accounting)
• CPA is required
• 10 years overall experience with at least 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience in non-profit accounting is required
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and execute critical path thinking to maximize efficiency
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Motivated to take initiative and work well both independently and collaboratively
• Familiar with strategies and tools to automate and streamline financial/accounting functions
• Proficient in QuickBooks, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Office applications

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.