Controller

Child Care Resource Center • Chatsworth, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is the senior accounting leader responsible for the integrity, compliance, modernization, and performance of the Agency’s financial operations. This role leads all accounting functions, including financial close, reporting, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant and contract accounting, procurement, audits, and regulatory compliance, while ensuring accurate, timely, and audit-ready financial information. As a strategic partner to executive leadership, the Controller strengthens internal controls, drives process and system improvements, develops high-performing teams, and provides financial insights that support organizational growth, sustainability, and mission impact. The Controller may serve as the CFO’s designee when requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent work experience
• CPA active license required.
• 4+ years Controller-level experience, with proven success in supervising and developing staff.
• 10 years of successful experience in leadership, overseeing large teams and leading financial systems, data integration and automation.
• Proven experience managing a general ledger of a company and running financial close processes from start to finish including providing a financial package for the CFO & Executive Committee and presenting to the CFO.
• Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP accounting and financial reporting standards, with demonstrated ability to research and apply accounting principles
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems implementations including change management, advanced knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in all other Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Candidates for roles with fiscal responsibility will be asked to authorize a credit and bankruptcy check.
• 5% of travel.
• Will consist of travel to and from agency locations for Manager and Leadership Meetings.
• Staff members driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver’s License and DMV clearance required.
• Background check required.
• Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting
• MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions
• Federal Debarment Checks
• Credit & Bankruptcy Check

Nice To Haves

• Mission-driven finance environments, grant/fund accounting and OMB Circulars and bulletins.
• Working knowledge of Adaptive Insights and Workday (Finance) software

Responsibilities

• Manage processes, capturing, maintaining, and reporting accurate financial data.
• Ensure that all agency financial statements are prepared in accordance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements, meeting established deadlines while comparing results to the prior year, monthly trends, and plans.
• Manage general ledger.
• Oversee financial reporting.
• Manage compliance.
• Oversee management & audit processes.
• Strengthen internal controls & process improvement.
• Act as a strategic partner.
• Drive operational excellence & technology.
• Lead and manage teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
• Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
• Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
• Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager