Controller

1 month ago


Oakland, United States Eat.Learn.Play. Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Controller

About Eat. Learn. Play. 

Founded by Stephen and Ayesha Curry in 2019, Eat. Learn. Play. launched with a focus on improving the lives of kids and families in Oakland, the Bay Area, and across the country. Rooted in three of the most vital pillars for a healthy childhood — nutrition, education, and physical activity — Eat. Learn. Play. is working to ensure that every child in Oakland has access to the nutritious food they need to be healthy and thrive; resources to learn and read; and safe places and equitable opportunities to play. The organization, which is anchored around the message that children are our future, is committed to developing partnerships and initiatives that make a positive impact for generations to come.  

For more information, please visit www.eatlearnplay.org 

About the Controller

The Controller, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will lead Eat. Learn. Play.'s daily accounting and finance operations, contributing significantly to strengthening our Finance team and advancing our mission. We seek a proactive Controller with exceptional attention to detail and strategic thinking abilities, capable of driving substantial process enhancements. Adaptability is essential in our dynamic, growth-oriented environment. The Controller will oversee a team of one, offering a unique chance to join a collaborative, mission-driven organization addressing crucial challenges.

Key Responsibilities
 
  • Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions, including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable (including credit card processing), general ledger, grant and fund accounting, procurement, fixed assets, and other balance sheet items.
  • Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end closing procedures.
  • Conduct monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, cross-referencing with independent sources when available.
  • Establish and enforce robust internal controls and compliance with accounting policies and procedures, fostering a culture of organizational control.
  • Manage, motivate, mentor, evaluate, and retain a staff of one; ensure that the department has high morale and an excellent reputation within the organization.
  • Identify and drive substantial process improvements to automate and streamline daily operations, both internally and externally, contributing to overall operational enhancements.
  • Manage charitable solicitation registrations through contracted processors, ensuring timely and comprehensive submission of required information.
  • File all mandatory reports and payments with regulatory and tax authorities.
  • Oversee the annual independent financial audit and any requisite grant audits.
  • Provide necessary data for ELP's annual tax and informational return filings.
  • Prepare financial reports as requested by the CFO, including routine monthly financial reporting.
  • Collaborate with the CFO on weekly forecasts encompassing income, expenses, and cash flow.
  • Conduct ad-hoc financial and business analyses as requested by the CFO.
  • Assist the CFO in preparing the annual organization-wide budget.
  • Perform other responsibilities as needed and assigned by the CFO.
Qualifications
 
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field at a minimum.
  • Minimum of six years of accounting and finance experience, with at least two years in a Controller or Finance Director role.
  • Demonstrated leadership, supervision, and mentoring abilities.
  • Proficient knowledge of GAAP and experience in managing independent audits.
  • Familiarity with non-profit and unrestricted/restricted fund accounting.
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks Online is highly desired.
  • Advanced Excel skills with acute attention to detail for effective data communication.
  • Proven track record of project and task planning, execution, and timely delivery.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication capabilities, along with effective teamwork skills.
  • Adaptability to a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative entrepreneurial environment.
  • Upholds high ethical standards and a steadfast commitment to core values of Leadership, Respect, and Integrity.

Diversity

Eat. Learn. Play. is committed to developing an inclusive work environment where diversity of thought, style, culture, and skill is valued in support of individual performance and potential, as well as our business goals and mission.

Compensation and Benefits

Eat. Learn. Play. offers an outstanding benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401k plan with employer matching, paid time off (PTO), sick and other family-friendly leaves, and flexible hours. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with skills, knowledge, and experience level.

 

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