Controller

Position Summary:

Join a mission-driven organization as our Controller, where you will lead the finance team in delivering accurate financial reporting, effective billing operations, and timely vendor payments. This leadership role is responsible for strengthening internal controls, supporting organizational growth, and ensuring financial integrity across all agency operations. The Controller works closely with the Chief Financial Officer and agency leadership to support strategic financial planning and operational excellence.

Essential Functions: 

• Lead and supervise the finance team while fostering a collaborative, customer-service focused environment.
• Perform advanced accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Maintain knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Oversee financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting systems to support leadership, the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, Audit Committee, and funding agencies.
• Coordinate annual audit activities with external auditors, including preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and IRS Form 990 reporting.
• Partner with the Chief Financial Officer to lead the annual budgeting process.
• Collaborate with agency leadership and development staff to prepare grant and proposal budgets.
• Design, implement, and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard agency assets and improve operational efficiency.
• Support finance-related software implementations, updates, and process improvements.
• Provide backup support for key finance department functions as needed.
• Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with leadership, funding sources, and staff at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and other financial and operational systems.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices when working with employees, community partners, and individuals served.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum of 12 years of accounting experience in nonprofit accounting, healthcare accounting, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• At least 10 years of supervisory or leadership experience in an accounting environment.
• Experience with nonprofit and grant accounting strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks, reference checks, and driver’s license verification.

Why Join Us?

Be part of an organization committed to making a meaningful impact in the community while working alongside a dedicated leadership team focused on innovation, collaboration, and service excellence.

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Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. 

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