Nonprofit Assistant Controller - hybrid remote firstPROPhiladelphia - 3.7 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $115,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Work from home Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Nonprofit finance Team supervision Financial auditing NetSuite Supervising experience Bachelor's degree GAAP Accounting Managing accounting teams Accounting and finance experience Non-profit accounting Month-end close Accounting Bank reconciliation Full Job Description A well-established faith-based nonprofit in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to help lead its accounting operations and serve as the primary backup to the Controller. This organization offers a hybrid remote schedule, with only two in-office days required per week. What You'll Do Accounting Operations & Close Take a leadership role in the monthly and year-end close, including reviewing and posting journal entries and reviewing bank reconciliations Provide accounting oversight for AP, AR, payroll, and inventory-related activity Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with US GAAP Serve as the Controller's primary backup and help maintain continuity across critical accounting functions Identify opportunities to shorten close timelines and improve the efficiency of day-to-day accounting operations Team Leadership Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members Establish expectations, monitor performance, and provide ongoing feedback Promote cross-training and ensure appropriate backup coverage across key accounting functions Foster a collaborative, service-oriented accounting environment Nonprofit Accounting & Compliance Support accounting for grants and donor-restricted contributions, including proper tracking and release of restricted net assets Oversee annual 1099 and W-2 reporting Assist with preparation of IRS Forms 990 and 990-T, state filings, and other regulatory requirements Help maintain accounting policies, procedures, workflows, and internal controls designed to protect organizational assets Treasury, Audit & Board Support Serve as a backup authorized signatory for payments and other treasury transactions when the Controller is unavailable Work with Treasury on payment approvals and related financial activity Assist with external financial statement and 403(b) audits Coordinate supporting documentation and respond to auditor requests Help prepare financial schedules and presentations for the Board's Finance and Audit Committees Systems & Process Improvement Partner with the Controller and IT to improve accounting systems and workflows Identify opportunities for automation, reporting enhancements, and dashboard development Help improve the use of financial systems and data to support better decision-making Participate in special projects and other initiatives led by the Controller What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience Prior supervisory or management experience Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred Exposure to grant accounting, restricted funds, endowments, investments, or planned giving is a plus Experience with NetSuite and Salesforce preferred Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Work from home

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19102