Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden · 1 day ago
Financial Controller
Staten Island, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expSnug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden is a vibrant cultural park on Staten Island that offers a diverse range of programming and events. The Financial Controller will oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, while also managing a small team and supporting strategic financial initiatives.
Museums & Institutions
Responsibilities
Manage daily accounting operations through general ledger, including month-end close procedures and reconciliations
Review biweekly payroll and related journal entries
Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Train, supervise and mentor the Accounting Specialists
Delegate effectively and ensure timely completion of tasks
Oversee processing of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports
Ensure adherence to procurement policies and approval workflows
Track payables and maintain schedules of uncleared transactions
Supervise quarterly sales tax filings and related issues
Oversee timely revenue recognition and reconciliation for ticketing, space rentals, and other earned income streams
Ensure accuracy and integrity of data in ticketing systems, CRMs, and rental management platforms
Maintain receivables tracking and follow-up procedures
Work with CFO to ensure cash flow to support operations and lead strategic initiatives as required
Monitor bank account activity and report any unknown transactions or unexpected activity to the CFO
Track bank balances against outstanding payables and incoming funds
Review monthly bank reconciliations and ensure that unreconciled transactions are addressed
Review bi-weekly check run before it’s presented to the CFO and President for approval
Provide supervisory communication with the bank as necessary and coordinate administrative functions related to bank accounts, such as signature cards
Prepare quarterly reports for review by department heads, meet to discuss variances and ensure that adjustments are made within the close period
Assist CFO with grants tracking and oversee payment substantiation for grant reporting by Accounting & Purchasing Specialist as requested
Support CFO or President with budgets, forecasts, Board reporting and audit preparation as assigned
Maintain strong internal controls and safeguard organizational assets
Ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements and restricted fund tracking
Oversee the corporate insurance renewal process, analyze existing policies with outside broker, and recommend changes to enhance coverage and reduce costs
Lead negotiations with insurance carriers and brokers to secure optimal coverage terms and pricing for the organization
Manage the claims process and ensure timely and fair claim resolution
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and optimize system integrations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities
Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct) and familiarity with ticketing/CRM systems
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Benefits
Generous vacation/holiday schedule
Participation in the Cultural Institutions Retirement System pension plan
Company
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden (“Snug Harbor”) offers dynamic programming in the arts, horticulture, agriculture and education for diverse cultures and all ages on a historic, welcoming campus that is a unique oasis in New York City.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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