Associate Controller at Kforce Inc.

Old Westbury, NY 11568

About the Job

Kforce has a client in Old Westbury, NY that is looking to hire an Associate Controller to join their growing team. Perks:

Hybrid work schedule, 3 days in the office, 2 days' work from home
Excellent benefits & work life balance
Be a part of a large accounting team
Stable business, been around since mid-1900's

Summary: The Associate Controller will lead accounting and financial reporting obligations of the Finance departments while the Controller and Assistant Controller assume major leadership roles in the implementation project. Responsibilities:

Associate Controller will participate as a key manager within the Controller's office, providing leadership in accounting and finance daily operations, financial & tax reporting, audits, and any short-term projects as needed; Utilize backfill role to gain improved understanding of workflows and recommend better solutions for fulfillment of reporting and compliance obligations
Serve as a university resource and expert on matters of higher ed accounting, internal controls, financial reporting, and tax compliance, providing advice, direction, and training to members of the community
As an Associate Controller, you will respond to community questions on accounting and processing financial transactions and provide training on reporting capabilities as needed
Review and document as needed existing accounting design and process flows for major reporting and analytical purposes; Identify strengths and weaknesses, and model new processes to diminish or eliminate weaknesses, while building and reinforcing strengths; Document all policies, procedures and systems related to financial reporting, transaction processing, and financial controls as structured within the new financial and HR systems

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other graduate level degree preferred
CPA certification is required
Ten or more years of experience in non-profit financial accounting and/or related operations required; Non-profit/higher education environment is preferred
Experience with Workday or Oracle Financials is preferred
Previous management/supervisory experience and demonstrated effectiveness with staff development and team building
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
High level interpersonal skills, with ability to work and collaborate with diverse staff at all levels of the organization
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and strong proficiency with financial accounting software and reporting tools

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.