Controller - El Programa Hispano Católico

Become A Part of the El Programa Hispano Catòlico Team

El Programa Hispano Católico (EPHC) is an organization that supports individuals to live to their fullest potential. For nearly 40 years, our mission-"Advance racial equity and social justice through the power of our Latinx roots, culture, and community"-has responded to local needs by addressing the social determinants of health. This is achieved through the following program areas: Housing, Economic Sustainability, Education, Community Wellness, and DV/SA Prevention and Intervention. Today, EPHC serves more than 30,000 people annually and employs more than 100 staff members, the majority of whom are bilingual, and over 93% are bicultural.

Although EPHC is affiliated with the Catholic Charities Network, a candidate or participant does not need to be a Catholic to work with us or to receive services. Across our programs and services, staff of all faiths-or-none- work within our framework of respect for our mission, the dignity of the human person, and the common good.

To learn more about our amazing Organization visit our website at: https://www.elprograma.org/

Benefits:

• Vacation & Sick Time Benefits
• 14 Paid Holidays
• 90% employer-paid health insurance with buy-up options
• 401k with Employer Match
• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Access to our Retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Bonus Wellness Days
• Continuous Growth and Development Opportunities
• Opportunities to serve your community and make a positive impact

About the Role

The role of a Controller involves providing accounting support to the organization. This position will play a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations, and providing financial information and analysis to support decision-making. The Controller will lead a team of accounting professionals and collaborate with various departments to ensure the organization's financial stability and transparency.

How You'll Have an Impact

The applicant hired as our Controller will:

• Manage and oversee month-end and end-of-year general ledger reconciliation.
• Manage and oversee billing, cash receipts, and revenue recognition.
• Manage and oversee accounts payable processing.

Financial Accounting and Reporting:

• Manage and supervise the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Ensures timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in compliance with accounting principles and internal policies.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Conducts financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Generates accurate and comprehensive financial reports for management, board members, and external stakeholders.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Assists in the development of the annual budget in collaboration with department heads and executive leadership.
• Monitors budget performance, analyzes variances, and provides regular reports to management.
• Works closely with program managers to ensure program budgets are aligned with strategic objectives.
• Assists in the preparation of financial forecasts and projections to support organizational planning and decision-making.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Establishes and maintains effective internal control procedures to safeguard assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Oversees the reconciliation of bank accounts and ensures proper documentation and approval for financial transactions.
• Ensures compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Supports the annual audit process and coordinates with auditors to address any findings or recommendations.
• Stays updated on changes in accounting regulations and implements necessary adjustments to accounting practices.

Grant Management:

• Coordinates the financial aspects of grant applications, including budget development, compliance with funding requirements, and financial reporting.
• Monitors grant expenditures and budgets and ensures accurate tracking and reporting of funds.
• Collaborates with program managers and grant administrators to ensure proper financial management of grants.

Team Management and Development:

• Leads and supervises a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Fosters a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and effective communication within the accounting department and across the organization.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals, and provides feedback to team members.
• Continuously assess and improve accounting processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Directly supervises employees in accounting. Carries out supervisory responsibilities following the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

What We Are Looking For

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in accounting, finance, or a related field (master's degree or equivalent preferred)

• Three to five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience working in accounting, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance requirements.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to the prescribed style and format.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to use various applications, including databases, spreadsheets, report writing, project management, graphics, word processing, presentation creation/editing, communicating by e-mail, and using scheduling software. Experience with Excel, Word, and Sage Intaact .
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Requirements:

• Certificated Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is preferred.
• Ability to travel out of town to attend workshops or training.
• Applicants must be able to work a variety of hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Applicants must have access to reliable transportation for work-related duties.
• Applicants must be able to successfully pass background checks.

Salary Range: $90,000- $100,000 (annually). Salary commensurate with experience.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee may be required to sit for extended periods.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and distance vision.
• Hybrid/remote work environment, though frequent in-person meetings will be required.

Important Details

Supervisor: Director of Finance

Status: 1.00 Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Location: Most of the work performed by this position can be accomplished in a hybrid/remote work environment, though frequent in-person meetings will be required. There are times that work requires in-person, onsite activities. On-site work is located at EPHC's offices in Gresham, OR. Job duties may require occasional travel and evening and weekend work, depending on project deadlines.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume to El Programa Hispano's online application at www.elprograma.org/careers

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

El Programa Hispano Catolico is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

EPHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be able to successfully pass background checks.