American Chemical Society · 13 hours ago
AF10M3-Assistant Controller
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$175K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expAmerican Chemical Society is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead a team and provide financial oversight to support business strategies. The role involves managing accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and developing internal controls while fostering a collaborative team environment.
ChemicalCommunitiesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Responsible for leading the day-to-day accounting functions, such as month-end close, preparation of financial statements, general ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting
Manage and mentor the teams responsible for grants, subledgers, financial reporting and general ledger and maintain a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk and identify errors across the department and organization
Provides day to day leadership to the General Ledger systems and General Accounting teams including open lines of communication, setting goals, coaching, training, and supporting career development opportunities
Ensure compliance with appropriate GAAP and company standards, proactively researching accounting issues and making recommendations of appropriate accounting treatment. Implement new standards as needed, Ensure financial statements accurately reflect the Company’s financial position in accordance with Company procedures and GAAP. Perform analytics over financial results to ensure accuracy with a key focus on control and compliance while addressing any new technical accounting requirements
Assist in the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems, software, and processes to streamline operations and enhance efficiency
Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting. Manage and comply with grant, local, state, and federal government reporting requirements
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. Analyze and evaluate business processes and recommend actions to streamline processes and improve operational efficiencies
Coordinate and prepare internal and external financial statements and lead the Society’s external audit
Ensures high levels of performance, achievement of goals, and quality of results through management and team members. Leads by example and create an environment that fosters process efficiency and effectiveness though encouraging ideas for process change
Build and maintain relationships by collaborating across units and departments to foster trust, commitment, accountability, and results
Assist with the oversight and management of the tax function and its deliverables
Actively support and contribute to ACS's supportive and engaging team culture
Approximately 10% business travel may be required
Drive special projects and ad-hoc analyses
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Active CPA required
Minimum of ten years of experience with at least eight years in a leadership role
Significant non-profit accounting experience required
Experience managing and leading accounting, general ledger, and financial reporting functions
Proven ability to collaborate, influence, and build trust in a team environment
Skilled in use of financial reporting & analysis tools
Strong excel skills, financial databases, etc
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels
Proven ability to mentor and develop people
Strong project management skills and change management skills
Self-starter and strong desire to achieve results efficiently in a dynamic environment, and is passionate about quality, results, and progress
Demonstrated outstanding financial acumen
Strong knowledge of business processes and systems
Managerial experience including proven ability to develop and lead staff
Committed to developing teams and building strong succession pipelines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solicit and accept feedback, criticism, and alternative points of view
Knowledge of not for profit or higher education culture, governance, structures, and mission
Demonstrated focus on customer service and collaboration
Ability to transfer knowledge to co-workers in a coaching and engaging manner
Be current with business and economic issues relevant to the client's business
Success building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and being able to successfully influence and negotiate in complex situations
Proven ability to produce high end work products
Financial Expertise: Deeply understand financial management, accounting principles, and financial reporting and a minimum of ten years of applicable experience
Extensive knowledge of non-profit accounting regulations, compliance, and best practices is required
Instills Trust: Gains confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others responsible for meeting commitments
Strategic Thinking: Thinks strategically and provides financial guidance aligned with the organization's mission and strategic goals
Teamwork/Management: Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals
Excellent leadership skills and capable of managing and mentoring a finance team, particularly at a non-profit organization
Decision Quality/Judgment: Recognizes problems and responds, systematically gathers information, sorts through complex issues, seeks input from others, addresses root cause of issues, makes timely decisions, can make difficult decisions, uses consensus when possible, and communicates decisions to others
Compliance/Risk Management: Thoroughly understand compliance requirements for non-profit organizations, including IRS regulations and legal obligations
Communication: Effective communication skills are essential to present financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders
Technology: Familiarity with financial management software, reporting tools, and data analysis systems is necessary
Change Management: Should be adaptable to changing financial environments, including shifts in funding, regulatory changes, and emerging financial trends
Benefits
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Flexible spending account or health care savings account
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement benefits
Short- and long-term disability
4-week work from anywhere
Company
American Chemical Society
The American Chemical Society is a non-profit scientific society that supports scientific research and inquiry in the field of chemistry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Albert Horvath
Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
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