Controller, Outsourced Accounting (Nonprofit)

AAFCPAS INC

3h•$112,000 - $155,000•Remote

About The Position

AAFCPAs is an innovative and forward-thinking firm. We have enjoyed primarily organic growth and continue our laser focus on sustained growth as an independent regional firm. We are considered an attractive alternative to the Big 4 and National CPA firms. We provide best-value assurance, tax, outsourced accounting, business consulting, information technology advisory solutions, and wealth management services to nonprofit organizations, commercial companies, wealthy individuals, and estates. Since 1973, AAFCPAs sincere approach to business and service excellence has attracted discerning clients along with the best and brightest CPA and consulting professionals. AAFCPAs donates 10% of its net profits annually to nonprofit organizations. We have an active DE&I committee and have commitment and accountability to these efforts. AAFCPAs is an independent member of PrimeGlobal, the fourth largest CPA firm association in the world with 300+ member firms in 80+ countries. This provides our clients with seamless national and global coverage, along with an advantageous pay-as-you-use model. Position: AAFCPAs is seeking a self-directed, organized Controller to join our Outsourced Accounting and Fractional CFO Services (OAFC) team. The Controller is responsible for all areas of financial reporting for the 8-10 MAS non-profit clients assigned to them. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining best practice accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. A strong working knowledge of US GAAP is necessary. For the Nonprofit Controller position it is necessary to be proficient in areas of accounting and governance requirements that impact the Nonprofit Sector. The Controller supervises the MAS team members and is responsible for managing the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and delivered to the client in a timely and accurate manner. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities, including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end client tax and audit projects, and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Controller will have contact significant contact with clients as well as manage team members in the delivery of results. Reporting to a CFO and the Practice Leadership, the position provides financial management, financial reporting oversight, and consulting services to the clients of the MAS practice. Maximize return on financial assets by establishing and managing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems for clients. Internally, oversee staff and manage all aspects of engagements, including budgeting, resources, and billing. This job is currently being performed 100% remote; with the exception of in person participation at firm gatherings and professional development seminars.

Requirements

BS or BA in Accounting, MBA or CPA preferred
5 to 10 years’ experience
Experience in private/public accounting working with nonprofit organizations
Experience in financial data management and reporting
Knowledge of advanced financial concepts, accounting principles, and standards, regulatory requirements, and processes in either the nonprofit area
Experience with monthly accounting closing processes.
Previous experience managing and developing staff
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Team player with a positive “can-do” approach

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a paperless environment strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide financial consulting services to assigned clients, based on service agreements.
Using technology and best practices, implement robust financial processes and reporting for clients.
Oversee the team member’s daily activities of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash disbursements, billing, general ledger, credits and collections on each client.
Ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing internal controls, checks and balances, and review of all transactional work performed for clients.
Provide monthly analysis and financial statements to the client
Act as client’s finance department including responding to questions, attending and presenting financial information at meetings, etc.
Through the utilization of experience, best practices, technology, and expertise within AAFCPAs, provide consulting services in a variety of areas, including: Internal control analysis and recommendations Processing and documentation for grant tracking, revenue recognition, departmental/divisional reporting, or other areas of need Develop and implement budgeting, forecasting, or cash flow models Provide audit or tax preparation services Other areas as determined by engagement
Drive the client service delivery model, managing multiple clients and staff members
Provide internal metrics to the CFO or Practice Leadership Team to measure productivity and results.
Manage, train, and develop team in the delivery of services to clients
Prepare estimated budgets for potential and existing client work and assist with the related proposal and/or engagement letter drafting
Allocate appropriate resources to engagements and monitor and analyze against budgets and engagement letters
Oversee, develop and work with client leadership on budgeting and planning processes for each client
Prepare monthly billing to the client
Set goals and complete performance evaluations to ensure on-going performance expectations are met. Contribute to hire/fire staffing decisions for the team.
Document policies and procedures
Lead day-to-day follow through on team member deliverables
On-time delivery of client financial reporting packages
Motivational and effective management skills
Meeting assignment objectives (timeframes, budgets, outcomes)
Ability to work independently in a sometimes stressful environment with extensive multi-tasking demands
Client satisfaction
Participation in firm-wide initiatives
Learning and demonstration of evolving accounting and technology skills
Ability to manage and motivate a team while delivering results to Clients.
Superior ability to prioritize and focus in a high-paced, multi-tasking environment
Ability to quickly learn and use new technology software applications
Commitment to protecting client privacy, even within the firm, as appropriate
Co-operative team player

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus Plan
Flexible, Work from Anywhere Policy (Westborough, Boston, hybrid, or remote)
Comprehensive Benefits Package (subsidized medical and dental, 401(k), life insurance and disability coverage)
Generous and flexible PTO
On-staff Leadership and Professional Development Coaching and Training
Complimentary Consultations with AAF Wealth Management Wealth Advisors
Abundant Learning and Development (CPE) Catalog and Resources
Firm-sponsored Memberships (AICPA, State CPA Society, DEIB Associations)
Zip2CPA and Tailored MBA Programs
Peer-driven and Partner-nominated Awards
Team Member Referral Incentives
Full access to AAFCPAs’ Automation Center of Excellence to streamline manual processes