Controller

Established in 1970, Boley Centers, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals and families who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas County.

Boley Centers has an opportunity for a Controller who will be responsible for the overall management of the accounting function, including supervision of the accounting team, oversight of the monthly and annual close processes, financial reporting, grant accounting, internal controls, audit coordination, and compliance.  The Controller directly supervises accounting professionals with responsibility for separate entities and specialized accounting functions.  The Controller ensures the accuracy and timeliness of the organization’s financial statements, grant billings, and reimbursement requests while providing leadership and guidance to the accounting staff. The Controller serves as the organization’s accounting leader and partners closely with the Chief Financial Officer to ensure effective communication on accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and organizational priorities.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for all entities.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements. 
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of consolidated financial reporting. 
• Oversee all grant accounting activities, including monthly invoicing, reimbursement request, grant reconciliations, and compliance with funder requirements. 
• Monitor grant receivables and billing timeliness to maximize cash flow and ensure all allowable reimbursements are requested. 
• Oversee the accounting and financial reporting for the Foundation and the Auxiliary group.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitoring cash management.
• Coordinate and manage the annual budget development process, including preparation of consolidated budgets and supporting analyses.    
• Coordinate the annual audit and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.  
• Oversee internal control and accounting policies.  
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, HUD and other applicable grant requirements.
• Identify process improvements and mentor the Accounting team.
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university is required.  Master’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of progressive accounting experience, including at least three years in management or supervisory role.
• Significant experience coordinating annual financial statement audits is required. Prior public accounting audit experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting, grant accounting, Uniform Guidance, and governmental funding preferred.