Unity Council: Controller

Overview

Be the Backbone of Accounting & Financial Excellence for an Innovative, Deeply-Rooted Community Anchor Organization. The Unity Council, a cornerstone of social equity and economic empowerment in the Bay Area, seeks an experienced, detail-oriented, and mission-driven Controller to oversee, elevate, and maintain strong accounting and financial operations centering accountability and compliance.

• Publish complete and timely financial statements and dashboards to company executives, shareholders, and the board.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee all financial activities, transactions, and reporting including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll processing, tax filings, and general ledger functions ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Develop and implement financial controls and procedures to ensure compliance with all financial regulations and best practices.
• Analyze financial data and trends to provide key insights and recommendations for improving financial performance.
• Recommend benchmarks for the measurement of company financial performance goals.

• Comply with all local, state, and federal tax filings and reporting requirements.
• Maintain a comprehensive system of accounting records.
• Maintain a system of controls and policies over all accounting transactions.
• Maintain an organized and orderly filing system for all accounting documents.
• Supervise accounting transaction-processing operations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, managing the annual financial statement and Single Audit processes.

• Partner with the CFO and Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial initiatives.
• Collaborate to maintain an adequate system of budgets and controls created to mitigate risk.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with department heads to develop accurate and realistic financial plans.
• Account for any budget variances and report significant discrepancies to management.
• Ensure that accurate and timely invoices are prepared in accordance with contract agreements with funders and actively monitor the collection of accounts receivable to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Coordinate with colleagues to prepare the company’s annual report.

• Coordinate with colleagues to maintain financial records for each program, grant and project so that funder reports and requirements are met.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of individual programs to program managers.
• Partner with peers to maintain a system of pre and post grant award management.
• Follow cost allocation principles and maintain current and accurate allocation methodology.

• Serve as a thought partner to the CFO and cross-functional peers supporting strategic planning, change management, our Welcoming Workplace Initiative, and more to contribute to a joyful culture and deepening program impact.
• Create an organizational structure within the accounting department to facilitate the achievement of the department’s short-term goals and long-term objectives.
• Supervise and support accounting staff through coaching, goal setting, and professional development.
• Manage and mentor junior personnel in the accounting department.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

The annual salary range for the Controller is $140,000 – $180,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits offered include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance and short-term disability; a 403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match up to 5%; a Flexible Spending Account (FSA); a Commuter Benefits Program; and a Wellness Program. The organization works in a flexible hybrid environment with team members on site 2-3 days a week and time‑off policies including paid vacation, sick leave, float time,…