Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Controller role involves leading accounting, audit, systems, and financial reporting for a large Arts & Culture Institution, reporting to the CFO and managing a team of 15+.
Responsibilities and impact
The Controller oversees accounting operations, treasury and cash flow, internal controls, compliance with financial regulations, financial reporting to Board Committees, payroll management, and collaborates with various departments to ensure accurate financial management.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification, at least 5 years of non-profit finance leadership, knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and non-profit tax regulations, with strong management and communication skills.
Company information
The client is a large prestigious Arts & Culture Institution.
Team overview
The Controller will lead a team of over 15 employees across multiple reporting lines.
Company overview
Acquire Talent Partners LLC is a recruitment firm specializing in the non-profit and real estate sectors. The company is known for its high acceptance rate of over 90% for the past decade, reflecting its commitment to delivering true career opportunities. Based in Jersey City, NJ, Acquire Talent Partners focuses on hiring the best talent through refined processes, ensuring successful candidate acquisition. The firm is driven by a deep passion for matching candidates with the right career paths, making it a trusted partner for both job seekers and hiring organizations.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership in accounting and finance within non-profit or arts & culture sectors, emphasizing oversight of large teams and complex financial operations.
Stress your expertise in GAAP, GAAS, non-profit tax compliance, and experience with audits, treasury management, and internal controls as these are pivotal for this Controller role.
Apply through multiple channels including Acquire Talent Partners LLC’s corporate career site, LinkedIn, and other relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in the finance or accounting divisions at Acquire Talent Partners LLC; start conversations by referencing recent arts & culture financial trends or asking about their experience managing financial reporting in non-profits.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'non-profit accounting,' 'GAAP compliance,' 'financial reporting,' 'audit management,' 'internal controls,' and 'team leadership' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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