Assistant Controller

UNITED WAY OF KING COUNTY IS SEEKING A Assistant Controller February 14, 2024 Job Announcement – Assistant Controller United Way of King County works side by side with communities to build an equitable future for everyone.
Join us in ensuring everyone has access to resources, quality education, enough to eat and a safe place to call home.
We believe that having staff, volunteers, and supporters that represent diverse backgrounds will allow us to better accomplish our mission.
We continue to work diligently to ensure that the field of philanthropy is welcoming to diverse communities.
We strive to have a diverse staff and particularly encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color to apply and be part of our team.
Our culture fosters collaboration, teamwork, open communication, leadership, integrity, and accountability.
Job Summary: The Assistant Controller has a deep knowledge of accounting fundamentals, including debits and credits, intricacies related to the chart of accounts, the flow of information through the general ledger, effective reconciliation procedures, and an understanding of financial statements.
This position manages multiple team members involved in the day-to-day, monthly, and fiscal year-end core accounting functions as well as the annual closing process.
This position provides timely review and scrutiny of work in all areas of accounting, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank and investment account reconciliations, and any other related activity.
The Assistant Controller participates in the review of financial statements and other reports, works within and across departments to achieve accuracy in accounting details, and supports the annual audit and tax processes.
Compensation: The pay range for this job is $91,322 – $96,128 with eligibility to earn 3% after successfully completing the employee’s six-month onboarding period.
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance 32 days of PTO (including holidays) 403(b) retirement savings plan Subsidized Transit Pass (Orca Card) Essential Duties: Bring a demonstrated understanding of social and racial justice and equity, with a proven commitment to apply racial and economic justice lenses in both personal and workplace contexts.
Supervise the timely completion of the day-to-day, monthly, and fiscal year-end core accounting functions, including the annual closing process.
Manage multiple team members and provide leadership for all human resource matters related to the team; supervise temporary staff as may be needed.
Provide ongoing review and scrutiny of work in all areas of accounting, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank and investment account reconciliations, and any other related activity.
Monitor internal controls, processes, and accounting procedures and work with the Chief Financial Officer, Controller, and relevant team members to implement improvements and create efficiencies.
Participate in the accurate and thorough documentation of controls, processes, and procedures.
Participate in the coordination of activities related to the annual financial and single audits; prepare accounting team for annual audit and ensure external audit requests are prepared timely and efficiently; work with the Controller or others to ensure selection or response materials are presented to auditors for review in a manner consistent with organized guidelines and naming conventions.
Resolve accounting discrepancies timely.
Review and post journal entries in coordination with the Controller; prepare all manner of reclass, recurring, correcting or other types of journal entries as required or directed.
Coordinate or prepare various government reports, such as Census reports, or required quarterly/annual reports for City, County and State.
Verify deposits against internal control documents and prepare ad hoc reports and analyses of data as requested by management.
Thoughtfully work with staff to resolve competing demands, misunderstandings, sensitive situations, or conflicts as they arise.
Become familiar with the responsibilities and workflow of the Senior Grants Accountant as it relates to tracking revenue, receivables, and invoicing.
Cross-train in all areas of the department for knowledge and understanding, or if needed, practical completion of tasks, particularly those under this position’s supervision; ensure the duplicity of vital tasks among team members, as appropriate.
Train in computerized or cloud-based systems used by other departments as they relate to the accounting function.
Participate in annual planning process as part of the Operations leadership team.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrated intermediate to high-level knowledge and practical application of accounting fundamentals, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and reconciliation techniques; nonprofit accounting preferred, but not required.
Demonstrated skill in critical thinking and executing solutions.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple personnel, tasks, and projects while meeting assigned deadlines.
Effective time management, including problem-solving and organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively; willingness to learn.
Proven interpersonal skills with an orientation toward customer service.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong emphasis in Excel; computerized accounting systems knowledge preferred; Sage Intacct experience desirable.
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent credentials/experience, specializing in accounting and/or finance.
Must have at least three years’ experience in general accounting and two years’ experience in general ledger processing, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
Supervisory experience a must.
Experience in a non-profit environment preferred, but not required.
Additional Information: United Way of King County is an exceptional workplace that can provide you with: Opportunities to work with smart, passionate, and enthusiastic team members and volunteers.
Ongoing collaboration with diverse staff and other constituents A desirable culture of high-performance expectations and accountability Exciting and challenging work Opportunities to help solve the community's toughest problems.
Competitive pay that is commensurate with demonstrated successful performance and experience.
Many other benefits that we are happy to discuss with you.
Application Procedures: Please click here to apply online via the following link.
You will be asked to upload your resume and provide a cover letter as well as complete the United Way of King County application.
***Applicants MUST apply at the United Way of King County Career Center to be considered for this position.
Click here to access the Career Center to apply.
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