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National Tropical Botanical Garden

Controller

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A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.

$154,991 / year median in Hawaii

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

The National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) is seeking a full-time, on-site accounting professional to oversee day-to-day operations and reporting for our complex non-profit. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller ensures financial accuracy, enforces internal controls, and manages the finance staff to provide senior leadership with strategic data.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Financial Management:
Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring GAAP compliance. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and track investment asset performance. Integrate AI and modern technology to streamline functions. Maintain fixed asset records, including acquisitions and depreciation.
Reporting & Budgeting:
Prepare monthly financial reports and monitor budget-to-actual detail. Assist the CFO with annual budget preparation, monitoring, and surveys.
Grant & Project Accounting:
Assist with grant budgets and financial reports. Monitor compliance with government and foundation grants, ensuring expenditures align with program requirements.
Audit & Tax:
Lead the annual Financial Statement audit, including work paper preparation and audit ready financial statements. Assist with annual Form 990 workpapers and state registrations.
Internal Controls:
Maintain, enforce and update written accounting policies and safeguards.
Leadership:
Provide technical guidance and quality review of the Finance Team's work products, and ensure appropriate staff are trained in relevant accounting policies and procedures.
Qualifications Education:
BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance.
Experience:
7-10 years of experience managing financial reporting, audit activities, and investment accounting.
Skills:
Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Drive; keen analytic and problem-solving skills; strong interpersonal communication.
Commitment:
Ability to work full-time on-site at our Kauai headquarters.
Preferred:
CPA license. Direct experience in non-profit accounting and federal/foundation grant management. Working knowledge of Blackbaud's Financial Edge and Raiser's Edge . How To Apply Submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to careers@ntbg.org .
Subject line:
Controller Position Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay:
$88,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have 7-10 years of relevant experience? Ability to
Relocate:
Kalaheo, HI 96741: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person