Consulting Controller - NFP (Non-Profit)

Company Description

AAFCPAs is an innovative and forward-thinking firm. We have enjoyed primarily organic growth and continue our laser focus on sustained growth as an independent regional firm. We are considered an attractive alternative to the Big 4 and National CPA firms. We provide best-value assurance, tax, outsourced accounting, business consulting, information technology advisory solutions, and wealth management services to nonprofit organizations, commercial companies, wealthy individuals, and estates. Since 1973, AAFCPAs sincere approach to business and service excellence has attracted discerning clients along with the best and brightest CPA and consulting professionals. AAFCPAs donates 10% of its net profits annually to nonprofit organizations. We have an active DE&I committee and have commitment and accountability to these efforts.

AAFCPAs is an independent member of PrimeGlobal, the fourth largest CPA firm association in the world with 300+ member firms in 80+ countries. This provides our clients with seamless national and global coverage, along with an advantageous pay-as-you-use model.

Job Description

AAFCPAs is seeking a self-directed, organized Controller to join our Managed Accounting Solutions (MAS) team. The Controller is responsible for all areas of financial reporting for the 8-10 MAS non-profit clients assigned to them. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining best practice accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. A strong working knowledge of US GAAP is necessary. For the Nonprofit Controller position it is necessary to be proficient in areas of accounting and governance requirements that impact the Nonprofit Sector. The Controller supervises the MAS team members and is responsible for managing the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and delivered to the client in a timely and accurate manner. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities, including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end client tax and audit projects, and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Controller will have contact significant contact with clients as well as manage team members in the delivery of results. Reporting to a CFO and the Practice Leadership, the position provides financial management, financial reporting oversight, and consulting services to the clients of the MAS practice. Maximize return on financial assets by establishing and managing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems for clients. Internally, oversee staff and manage all aspects of engagements, including budgeting, resources, and billing. This job is currently being performed 100% remote; with the exception of in person participation at firm gatherings and professional development seminars.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Provide financial consulting services to assigned clients, based on service agreements.
• For monthly accounting and reporting clients:
  • Using technology and best practices, implement robust financial processes and reporting for clients. 
  • Oversee the team member’s daily activities of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash disbursements, billing, general ledger, credits and collections on each client. 
  • Ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing internal controls, checks and balances, and review of all transactional work performed for clients.
  • Provide monthly analysis and financial statements to the client 
  • Act as client’s finance department including responding to questions, attending and presenting financial information at meetings, etc.
• For consulting clients:
  • Through the utilization of experience, best practices, technology, and expertise within AAFCPAs, provide consulting services in a variety of areas, including:
    • Internal control analysis and recommendations
    • Processing and documentation for grant tracking, revenue recognition, departmental/divisional reporting, or other areas of need
    • Develop and implement budgeting, forecasting, or cash flow models
    • Provide audit or tax preparation services
    • Other areas as determined by engagement
• For all clients:
  • Drive the client service delivery model, managing multiple clients and staff members
  • Provide internal metrics to the CFO or Practice Leadership Team to measure productivity and results.
  • Manage, train, and develop team in the delivery of services to clients
  • Prepare estimated budgets for potential and existing client work and assist with the related proposal and/or engagement letter drafting
  • Allocate appropriate resources to engagements and monitor and analyze against budgets and engagement letters
  • Oversee, develop and work with client leadership on budgeting and planning processes for each client
  • Prepare monthly billing to the client
  • Set goals and complete performance evaluations to ensure on-going performance expectations are met. Contribute to hire/fire staffing decisions for the team.
  • Document policies and procedures

Qualifications

KEY PERFORMANCE AND SUCCESS ATTRIBUTES:

• Lead day-to-day follow through on team member deliverables
• On-time delivery of client financial reporting packages
• Motivational and effective management skills
• Meeting assignment objectives (timeframes, budgets, outcomes)
• Ability to work independently in a sometimes stressful environment with extensive multi-tasking demands
• Client satisfaction
• Participation in firm-wide initiatives
• Learning and demonstration of evolving accounting and technology skills
• Ability to manage and motivate a team while delivering results to Clients.
• Superior ability to prioritize and focus in a high-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Ability to quickly learn and use new technology software applications
• Commitment to protecting client privacy, even within the firm, as appropriate
• Co-operative team player

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or BA in Accounting, MBA or CPA preferred
• 5 to 10 years’ experience
• Experience in private/public accounting working with nonprofit organizations
• Experience in financial data management and reporting
• Knowledge of advanced financial concepts, accounting principles, and standards, regulatory requirements, and processes in either the nonprofit area
• Experience with monthly accounting closing processes.
• Previous experience managing and developing staff
• Experience working in a paperless environment strongly preferred
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Team player with a positive “can-do” approach

Additional Information

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible PTO Program
• Flexible office location (Westborough, Boston, or remote)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Leadership development opportunities

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AAFCPAs is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.