Assistant Controller

Join a mission-driven organization that has earned recognition as a top nonprofit employer—because the people who work here said so! We are deeply committed to strengthening our region by supporting families and individuals, building economic mobility, and expanding access to safe, affordable housing.

If you’re inspired by meaningful work and thrive in a collaborative, values‑driven environment, we invite you to consider becoming our next Assistant Controller
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In this role, you’ll oversee core accounting functions, ensure compliance with funding and regulatory requirements, and lead a team through accurate, timely financial operations. You’ll serve as both a hands‑on financial expert and a trusted partner to departments across the organization.

• 20 days of PTO in year one
• 15+ paid holidays annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting Day One
• 403(b) with employer match
• Educational assistance
• Medical & Dependent Care Accounts
• Life, short-term, & long‑term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual staff picnic and a culture that values balance and belonging

Work style: Hybrid remote—onsite three days per week

• Oversee and optimize all accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with accounting standards, tax codes, and funding requirements
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements
• Partner closely with Property & Asset Management as a financial advisor and collaborator
• Analyze financial data and deliver clear, comprehensive financial reporting to senior leadership
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closings; support audit preparation and execution
• Manage general ledger activities including journal entries, AR, and reconciliations
• Review disbursements and cash receipts to ensure correct allocations
• Oversee cash flow and banking activity across multiple departments
• Contribute to development and application of cost allocation procedures
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, funders, and external stakeholders
• Surface financial or compliance concerns promptly to leadership
• Stay current on relevant accounting standards and regulations

• Onboard new team members and refine training programs as needed
• Provide continuous performance feedback and developmental coaching
• Lead hiring efforts for new or replacement staff
• Support supervisors to ensure strong team communication, performance management, and effective workflow oversight
• Oversee a team that may include managers, specialists, accountants, clerks, support staff, and temporary workers

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (with an Accounting concentration)
• 5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience (nonprofit preferred)
• 1 year of mid‑level supervisory or lead experience of up to 3 employees — Sr. Accountants also urged to apply.
• Experience in property management or real estate development accounting (highly valued)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Adobe; comfort with learning new systems
• Familiarity with nonprofit regulations and reporting requirements
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and adaptability
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with staff at all levels, as well as auditors, financial institutions, investors, and board members