Controller

What You'll Do

The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting function of the finance team, directly supervising two accountants, and providing accounting leadership and direction for Proteus Fund and Proteus Action League (PAL). The Controller will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the system of financial controls, including general accounting, audit, tax compliance, and banking. This individual will respond quickly and with sound judgment to a variety of situations in a fast-paced environment and handle sensitive information in a professional manner. The Controller advises the CFO on all significant accounting and reporting matters, and partners with other leadership to develop and implement sound accounting procedures across the organization.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Financial Operations

• Oversee the activities of the finance department to ensure the accurate and timely dissemination of financial reports including, but not limited to, internal and external financial statements
• Oversee activities to ensure the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash controls
• Partner with CFO to design, implement, and update financial systems and processes to optimize alignment with financial policies and procedures, streamline work, and create efficiencies
• Develop accounting procedures and documentation that align with established policies to ensure the accuracy and integrity of complex financial records
• Manage the general ledger and financial systems
• Manage monthly and annual closing process
• Develop and provide financial education and tools to support all staff

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Partner with the CFO to coordinate and implement the annual budget process ensuring timely and accurate planning
• Develop a reliable cash flow forecast process and reporting mechanism
• Create financial models, to support financial analysis and forecasts
• Supervise program financial reporting executed by Staff Accountants to ensure accurate and timely reporting

Audit, Tax Filing, & Compliance

• Lead the audit preparation process for annual organizational external audits, annual 401(k) audits, and any other audit process, as needed
• Lead the process to respond to all audit fieldwork requests
• Lead the process to update and maintain audit schedules on a monthly basis for most items, and on a quarterly basis for a select few items, as designated by the CFO
• Lead process to develop all tax related schedules, including, but not limited to IRS Form 990 Schedule B, Schedule C, Schedule D, Schedule I, and Schedule J
• Collaborate with CFO to manage tax-related requests and inquiries from external audit firm
• Act as back up for CFO for any compliance related inquiries and tasks

Who You'll Work With

• You will report to Chief Financial Officer.
• You will supervise two staff accountants.

While no one person will embody all the qualifications listed below, the ideal incumbent will possess many of the following:

• Master's degree or equivalent and 10 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 3 years of experience as a people manager
• Experience with financial management of multiple entities (at least 2) required
• Preferred experience includes: philanthropy / philanthropic accounting and management; working within a 501c(4); support of fiscally sponsored projects
• CPA preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including exceptional cross-functional communication abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work efficiently in a virtual setting
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team that is diverse and inclusive
• Commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Proteus Fund and PAL as philanthropic social justice organizations

Location and Work Environment

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position based in New York, NY (275 Madison Ave.) requiring 40 hours per week on a hybrid schedule of at least 3 days in office. Business hours are Monday through Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm with additional hours are semi-regularly required. This position requires a minimum of 10% travel for internal meetings and retreats as well as conferences and other events.

Compensation

The salary for this role is $141,080-$170,707 and is based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to: geographic location, skill set level, years of previous/applicable experience, and Proteus Fund's commitment to ensuring pay equity within the organization. Salary is one part of the total compensation that Proteus Fund provides to employees.

Proteus Fund believes that one of the greatest strengths of an organization is the rich diversity of its staff and board, and is committed to providing equal employment and promotional opportunities based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under the law. Proteus Fund's policies and practices are to reflect Proteus Fund's commitment to nondiscrimination in all areas of employment.

Accessibility

Proteus Fund is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Proteus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.