Accounting Manager/Controller

Jessica and Friends Community
www.jandfcommunity.org

Position Description:
The Accounting Manager/Controller will provide leadership and direction to the organization’s finance function. The Accounting Manager/Controller will oversee all financial activities and operations in order to ensure a complete understanding of the organization’s financial standing. The role is instrumental in developing the finance department infrastructure, including financial policies, procedures, and technologies. Role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Develop an organization-wide financial strategy.
  • Lead a multi-year financial planning process. 
  • Orchestrate the annual operating budget. 
  • Manage the finance department’s team. 
  • Oversee the agency’s accounting software. 
  • Coordinate with CEO on grant, contract, and project budgets.
  • Prepare monthly financial close and internal financial reports.
  • Direct agency’s annual audit process. 
  • Maintain relationships with external vendors.

Specific Requirements and Preferences:
What we are looking for: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
  • 7-10 years of relevant combined education and experience in the nonprofit sector, i.e., finance and accounting.
  • Ability to lead and develop the finance team. 
  • Strong communication and relationship building skills.
  • Ability to relay complex financial information to ‘non-industry’ team members.
  • Knowledge of financial accounting and general ledger software. 
  • Experience creating usable budgets.
  • Experience with payroll processing and software. 

Organization Description:
Jessica & Friends Community, York, PA, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing faith-based services and support for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. Founded upon the good news of Jesus Christ, Jessica & Friends Community seeks to be a good steward of God’s blessings and diligently works to proclaim the gospel, foster a community which affirms the worth of all people, advocate for community and church inclusion, and provide opportunities for spiritual growth and service. What started as a single residential home in 1998, Jessica & Friends now offers multiple residential homes, a caregiver ministry, home and community program, Pathway Services day program, and a for-profit business (J&F Products). By faith, Jessica & Friends continues to build a community which values the inherent dignity, significance, and worth of each person.

How to Apply:
Please apply through Indeed.

Posted January 21, 2025