VP of Finance - Controller

Habitat for Humanity of Lee & Hendry Counties•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The VP of Finance – Controller provides strategic financial leadership and oversight of Habitat for Humanity’s financial operations. This position supervises the Finance Department, ensures accurate and timely financial reporting, oversees compliance and audit preparation, and manages budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow. The VP of Finance also serves as Controller, with hands-on responsibility for general ledger integrity, financial analysis, and accounting policy development. This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer and partners with senior leadership to provide financial insights that drive organizational decision-making. The VP of Finance – Controller ensures that all financial operations comply with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining the internal controls necessary to support organizational accountability and stewardship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive accounting and finance management experience, preferably in nonprofit or construction sectors.
Demonstrated experience supervising accounting staff and managing a finance department.
Demonstrated success in budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and audit preparation.
Experience with nonprofit accounting principles, GAAP compliance, and regulatory reporting.
Experience leading annual financial audits and managing tax filings (Form 990, 1099s).
Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, GAAP, and compliance standards.
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online Advanced; experience with Procore preferred.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint), with advanced Excel skills for financial modeling, analysis, and reporting.
Strategic thinking with the ability to balance big-picture vision and detailed execution.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to non-financial audiences.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold staff accountable.
High integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Understanding and appreciation of the mission of Habitat for Humanity.
Valid Florida Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
Must pass background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
CPA or CMA designation preferred.
Experience with grant compliance and reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise Finance Department staff, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development.
Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit regulations.
Partner with the CFO and senior leadership to provide financial insights for organizational decision-making.
Partner with CFO to ensure adequate staffing and workflow management across the Finance Department.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
Develop annual budgets and multi-year forecasts in collaboration with department leaders.
Monitor budget performance, conduct variance analysis, and provide recommendations to leadership.
Manage cash flow and cash projections to ensure organizational liquidity.
Oversee job costing, home estimates, and construction financial tracking.
Calculate discount mortgage amounts for closings per IRS guidelines.
Prepare wire transfers for mortgage investors, land purchases, and other major transactions.
Oversee the general ledger, accruals, reconciliations, and adjusting journal entries.
Ensure accuracy and integrity of all financial records and transactions.
Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial postings prepared by Finance staff.
Lead the annual financial audit, preparing schedules, reconciliations, and reports as required by auditors.
Manage preparation of IRS Form 990, 1099s, and other required tax filings.
File annual state and federal registrations, including SAM, Florida Department of Agriculture, and Annual Report.
Track and manage contracts, credit cards, and spending reports.
Ensure grant reporting and compliance requirements are met across the organization.
Maintain accurate accounting for land assets, acquisitions, and property taxes.
Manage ad valorem exemptions and related filings.
Oversee the fixed asset database and depreciation schedules.
Support acquisition activities, financial due diligence, and long-term planning initiatives.
Prepare special analyses, reports, and research for the CFO, CEO, or Board of Directors.
Participate in cross-departmental projects and committees as needed.
Mentor and train Finance staff beyond routine supervision.
Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate, which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness.