Controller

Starting Salary Range: $107,859 - $145,610 annually, DOE, plus benefits

Position will remain open until filled.

Our Agency

Everett Housing Authority (EHA) is a innovative public agency located in Everett, WA, only minutes from the waterfront with a mission to provide affordable housing and foster healthy communities where households thrive.

Those interested can expect:

• A competitive salary
• 22 days of paid vacation annually
• 13 days of sick leave each year
• 13 paid holidays each year
• A strong benefit package including robust health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a pension plan (PERS)
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work that makes a difference

Remote work is permitted with supervisor approval; however, a minimum in-person presence of three days per week is required. This reflects EHA's current policy, which may change at any time and should not be considered a guaranteed benefit.

The Position

We are seeking to fill the position of "CONTROLLER", with key responsibilities focused on financial reporting, budgeting, and leading/coordinating reforms in the finance department. This position requires extensive internal and engagement to gather and prepare information and has a substantial impact on the Agency's financial operations.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Controller ensures that all financial information produced by the agency is accurate and complies with ongoing and changing requirements. The Controller has hands-on responsibility for preparing annual agency financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and following Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements. The Controller may also prepare or/and coordinate preparation of financial statements of tax credit and non-profit component units per the requirements of Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and provides guidance to others in preparation of general ledger and other transactions. The Controller is also responsible for leading the annual financial information submission to HUD (FDS) and preparing periodic internal financial reports for the Board and senior management. The position conducts research on complex financial matters and processes, develops and implements new initiatives and reforms to promote greater efficiency and in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. The position will also provide mentorship to other staff and guide them in their efforts. The position requires extensive engagement with auditors and with other departments to gather the required financial information. As needed, other duties may be assigned by the Director of Finance.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements

• At least five years of paid work experience in accounting and financial reporting. Experience in a housing authority, property management, or government environment is preferred.
• At least three years of paid work experience demonstrating a role in preparing complex financial reporting, preferably both in GASB and FASB organizations.
• Solid understanding of principles and practices of modern fiscal management and accounting standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), GASB, and FASB requirements. Understanding audit standards is advantageous.
• Strong ability in advanced Excel functions, experience in Yardi is beneficial.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply applicable laws and regulations as well as accounting standards relevant to our agency.
• Advanced understanding of budget preparation and budget controls together with to coordinate the Agency budget preparation process.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, accounting, or related field of study. Master's degree and/or CPA designation preferred.

PLUS:

• A minimum of five years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting, reporting, financial management, budgeting, and leadership in preparation of complex financial reports and analysis, including public finance.