Summary:
The Child Mind Institute is seeking an Assistant Controller to act as a key member of the Finance team, responsible for supervising the accounting team in performing the work required to maintain the general ledger across three legal entities. Working under the direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller is responsible for the timely and accurate recording of transactions into the organization’s financial system. The Assistant Controller is responsible for day-to-day financial tasks, which include maintaining the integrity of the general ledger data, reviewing processing of payments, bank reconciliations, recording of journal entries, cash receipts, and providing general accounting support.
The incumbent is also responsible for preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, as well as coordinating the organization’s annual audit. The incumbent should be a highly motivated self-starter who understands the nuances of not-for-profit accounting.Reporting to the Controller, this is an exempt, full-time, hybrid (2 days in the office) position located in our NYC headquarters office. We’re dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need.
We’ve become the leading independent nonprofit in children’s mental health by providing gold-standard evidence-based care, delivering educational resources to millions of families each year, training educators in underserved communities, and developing tomorrow’s breakthrough treatments. The Child Mind Institute is proud to be named a Great Place to Work-Certified company! Our competitive compensation and benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), paid parental leave, dependent care, flexible work schedules, discounted tickets and entertainment perks programs. For more information about our benefits, please visit our employee benefits website. Child Mind Institute is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued. Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage the monthly close process
- Review journal entries and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team, including for cash/investments, payroll/benefits, receivables, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, AP/accrued expenses, deferred income/refundable advances, contributions/grants, medical practice revenue, and intercompany
- Prepare financial reports for month-end close (including combined financial statements)
- Prepare and analyze quarterly budget vs actual reports, in collaboration with FP&A team
- Analyze current accounting procedures, recommend changes, develop and implement improvements
- Supervise a team of 3-5 Senior and Staff Accountants
- Assist Controller with management of 2-3 Accounts Payable Coordinators and supervision of the Accounts Payable process
- Analyze new contributions/grants to determine proper treatment in accordance with Not-For-Profit GAAP. Review expense allocation methodologies for compliance with Not-For-Profit GAAP.
- Prepare and maintain the Net Assets with Donor Restrictions release schedule, coordinating with the Sponsored Programs team as needed
- Serve as a point of contact with external auditors. Coordinate and/or prepare information and schedules for annual financial and uniform guidance audits and tax returns (Forms 990 and 1120)
- Keep up-to-date on new accounting standards, changing regulations, and best practices
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the agency policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, directing work, rewarding, coaching, performance reviews, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
- 10+ years’ professional accounting experience (public accounting experience desirable)
- 2+ years’ team management experience
- Strong understanding of Not-For-Profit Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- 6+ years’ not-for-profit accounting experience required (public and/or private)
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and technical skills required, including independently researching new/complex accounting areas
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA license highly desirable
- Advanced degree and/or other certifications desirable
- Some experience in a healthcare setting desirable
- Experience with Sage Intacct is a plus
Special Considerations: Please upload your CV during the application process. The salary range for the position is posted. Factors such as candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations affect the salary offered within this range. In addition, this salary may be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state and depending on the role), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting. The Child Mind Institute is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, gender identity/gender expression/transgender (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned) and sexual orientation; national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver's license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the United States is authorized under federal law [Vehicle Code section 12801.9]); ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/characteristics, marital status/registered domestic partner status, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.
118136.00 To 135000.00 (USD) Annually
