Assistant Controller

Jewish Social Service Agency•Rockville, MD

3d•$120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

JSSA is a health and social wellness agency supporting our neighbors in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC. Our work is built on a commitment to healing our corner of the world. We are a growing agency and as such have an opening for an Assistant Controller, reporting to our Controller. This position is a key role in our accounting department – ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting the Controller with audits, month-end close, and regulatory compliance. Starting salary range: $120,000

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA strongly preferred, but not required
5+ years of accounting experience
Strong knowledge in operational accounting, technical accounting, and financial reporting (GAAP)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems and communicate effectively with non-finance stakeholders
Exceptional technological capabilities
Ethical judgment and commitment to accuracy and transparency
Self-motivated with a high level of flexibility and a strong work ethic to get the job done
Experience with systems such as Sage Intacct, Dayforce, Bill.com is beneficial, however not a prerequisite

Responsibilities

Review balance sheet reconciliations
Work with accounting team to ensure reconciliations are correct and entries are accurate
Analyze revenue and expense actual vs budget variances, make corrections and recommendations as needed
Analyze and true up grant and contract expenses in the general ledger
Manage staff salary allocations and review payroll general ledger entry for accuracy
Prepare month-end management reports
Partner with accounting team to ensure revenue and expenses are posted in the correct period
Prepare cost rates for fringe benefits and overhead
Prepare JSSA homecare cost analysis for certain funding sources
Assist with reviewing payroll as needed for 400-500 employees
Assist payroll team with tax-related matters as needed.
Assist accounting team with year end close and audit preparation
Reconcile intercompany transactions
Provide training as needed regarding finance related policies