Controller

POSITION TITLE: Controller

LOCATION: Louisville, KY

STATUS: Full Time, Salary, Exempt

PROGRAM: Finance - Goodwill Building

REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer

INTRODUCTION:

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education. When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities. Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements.

BENEFITS:

Volunteers of America Mid-States, offers a rich and robust benefits package that supports a healthy work life balance, which include the following:

Health and Wellness

Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)

Health and Wellness Program

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Health Spending Account

Short Term Disability

MetLife Legal Plans

Financial Wellbeing

Competitive Compensation Packages

Life Insurance (company paid)

403b retirement plan with company fund matching

Employee discounts

• Loan forgiveness options through federal programs

(National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)

• All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one

Work Culture

Commitment Committee

Justice Committee

Integrity Committee

Compassion Committee

Retention Committee

JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS:

This critical position organizes and directs all activities for the accounting group. The Controller maintains the accounting systems and controls to ensure the integrity and accuracy of all financial transactions.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with 7–10 years of relevant accounting experience at the assistant controller/controller level, or a related education/experience combination.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop accounting staff.
• Proven experience using Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar mid-market general ledge software package.
• Excellent skills using Microsoft Office products.
• Proven oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent financial and analytical abilities with the ability to compile, analyze and present concise results in a meaningful manner.
• Demonstrated process design/improvement skills.
• Self-starter, proactive approach to responsibilities.
• CPA designation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA or relevant graduate degree.
• Nonprofit accounting experience, including federal and state grants management and Uniform Guidance compliance.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge (development CRM) and myEvolv (clinical billing), or comparable systems.
• Experience supporting single audits and indirect cost rate proposals.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Lead and develop accounting personnel; oversee general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and grant billings.
• Ensure all accounting activities comply with U.S. GAAP, Uniform Guidance where applicable, funder requirements, and internal policies; maintain robust internal controls.
• Own the chart of accounts; perform general ledger maintenance and period close activities.
• Partner with the CFO on cash, treasury, and investment management; monitor liquidity and covenant compliance.
• Coordinate closely with HR/Payroll to ensure complete, accurate, and properly coded payroll data flowing into Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains).
• With Finance team support, track and report grant expenditures using Excel and data extracts from Dynamics GP/Management Reporter; ensure drawdowns and billings are timely and accurate.
• Identify and execute budget modifications or reallocations to fully cover program expenses within grant terms.
• Lead implementation of new accounting standards and system/process enhancements (e.g., revenue recognition, lease accounting, automation tools).
• Oversee and review monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations; remediate variances promptly.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements for the agency and related property corporations; produce monthly financials for the Board and committees, including dashboards and KPIs.
• Prepare and submit required national office financial reports on schedule.
• Develop the annual indirect cost rate proposal and submit to the U.S. Department of Labor (or cognizant agency) for approval; communicate provisional/approved rates to program leaders.
• Support the CFO to build an efficient rolling forecast and multi‑year financial plan; model scenarios and risks.
• Establish a regular cadence with program operations leaders to review performance vs. budget, grant burn rates, and funding runway; provide decision‑ready insights.
• Reconcile clinical billing revenue from myEvolv to Dynamics GP; partner with revenue cycle/billing to resolve discrepancies.
• Lead the annual agency budgeting process with program directors/managers; ensure match requirements and funder mandates are reflected and understood
• Coordinate the annual consolidated audit (and single audit, if applicable); act as primary liaison with external auditors and ensure timely completion of PBC requests.
• Reconcile donor pledges between Raiser's Edge and Dynamics GP at least quarterly; collaborate with Development on revenue recognition and restrictions.
• Create, update, and enforce internal accounting policies and SOPs; ensure staff are trained on changes and control expectations.
• Drive a culture of Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI); complete PQI duties as assigned by leadership and the PQI Committee.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.