Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

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Agenda for Children, Inc.
Published
March 7, 2023
Location
New Orleans
Job Type
Contact Name (not public)
Nikki Cousizan
Main Phone
5049348684

Description

OVERVIEW

The Assistant Controller is responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial statements and documents for all grants/contracts.  He/she will perform  accounting activities and financial analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities for this position will include, but not be limited to the following:

  • Perform grant-related post-award functions, including budget and expense analysis, periodic invoicing, financial reporting, labor distribution changes, reconciliations, re-budgeting and grant closeout functions;
  • Prepare and submit timely and accurate Periodic Expense Reports (PER) and other fiscal grant submissions;
  • Provide assistance and guidance in the preparation of budgets and budget modifications;
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial reports to funding sources as required;
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial reports on grants for internal management purposes. Communicate monthly financial results with appropriate program staff, informing them of financial position of the project;
  • Produce budget and expense analysis reports for grants;
  • Review invoices and provide account codes, when appropriate, for proper project accounting;
  • Collaborate to review grant and contract proposals and expenditures prior to submissions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and regulations;
  • Analyze monthly agency expenditures and salary allocations against grant activity;
  • Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance;
  • Assist in the design and preparation of grant budgets;
  • Coordinate with the Comptroller on all audits and desk reviews;
  • Maintain documentation and appropriate files for proposal submissions, awards, and program expenditures;
  • Act as a financial liaison with all funding sources;
  • Other duties as assigned/required/needed

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required;
  • 5+ experience as an accountant, junior accountant, or accounting manager;
  • Excellent computer skills; knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Proficiency using accounting software and experience with a software system implementation a plus;
  • Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);
  • Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations;
  • Able to analyze financial records and interpret for other departments;
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel;
  • Superior problem solving and analytical skills;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT MEASURES
Agenda for Children Competencies:
o Commitment
o Responsibility
o Quality
o Cross Cultural Responsiveness
o Can-do Positive Attitude

Assistant Controller Competencies:
o Communication - Oral, written, persuasive,
o Interpersonal Awareness
o Customer Service/Orientation - external and/or internal customers
o Initiative
o Technical Expertise
o Thoroughness
o Stress Management
o Personal Credibility
o Flexibility

CONTINUING EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Participates in training required by a funding source and/or required by Agenda for Children or others as required.

TIMELINE AND APPLICATION: The application deadline for this role is Friday, March 31, 2023. We may close the application at any point following this deadline, so we encourage anyone interested to apply as soon as possible.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary between $56,500 - $66,500 depending on experience and qualifications. Agenda staff members are eligible for organization benefits, including a minimum of five vacation days, which are accrued on a semi-monthly pay period. Additional benefits include retirement, health, dental, vision, flexible spending account, ten days sick leave, short-term disability, life insurance, and a minimum of 22 additional days observed as organizational holidays.

Agenda for Children is an Equal Opportunity employer and considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, or disability.

How To Apply

Thank you for your interest in working at Agenda for Children!

Agenda for Children is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

To apply, click on the button below to complete an application on our job posting site.