Controller (based in the Washington, D.C. office)

15 hours ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States RFERL, Inc. Full time

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is seeking its next corporate Controller. The Controller reports to the CFO and is a critical member of the finance management team for this mission-driven, international nonprofit organization.

RFE/RL offers a hybrid work schedule (2 days in the office/3 days from home), generous benefits (liberal paid time off, strong 403 (b) matching, health and life insurance, etc.), and the opportunity to travel to our HQ in beautiful Prague, Czech Republic, as needed.

Who we are:

RFE/RL is a multi-platform media organization (digital, TV, radio) with a budget of $140 million and a mission to provide uncensored news in local languages to countries where press freedom is under threat. We employ over 1,100 staff (60+ nationalities) in 20+ countries.

More about us here:

RFE/RL is a private, nonprofit Sec. 501(c)3 corporation, and is funded by a grant from the U.S. Congress through the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) as a private grantee.

The role:

Reporting to the CFO in Washington, DC, the Controller serves as a valuable member of the finance managerial team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Oversight of daily accounting functions in global offices - in Europe, Central Asia, and the Balkans (payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries).
  • Documenting and implementing an internal control system that continuously monitors critical areas of financial control, identifies problems, and implements corrective action.
  • Annual financial statement and audit preparation, ensuring the annual audits are performed in accordance with GAAP, applicable OMB Circulars, and/or other applicable regulatory standards.
  • Preparing and submitting federal, state, and municipal government filings and reports.
  • Ensuring monthly preparation and sign-off of all balance sheet account analyses and reconciliations.
  • Overseeing personnel in Prague, DC and Bureau offices; 5 direct reports, team of 30+.
  • Providing financial input to the organization's strategic planning process, assuring that a long-range financial plan is part of the strategic plan, and that the plan is updated at least annually.

What we are looking for:

  • Demonstrated exceptional accounting skills and work experience in a nonprofit setting (mandatory)
  • BA in accounting, finance, or related field (mandatory)
  • CPA (strongly preferred)
  • 8+ years in a Controller or equivalent Senior Finance position in a U.S. nonprofit/NGO environment with U.S. Government grants.
  • International organization or 'work abroad' experience (highly desired)

How to apply:

The application process includes uploading a current CV and cover letter in English that explains how your background applies to our open role and your interest in the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150, $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Work from home

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • managerial experience in Finance: 10 years (Preferred)
  • exp. with an organization that receives federal grants: 5 years (Preferred)
  • non-profit: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Washington, DC Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20036

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