YMCA - Hartford, CT
posted 5 months ago
The Controller position at the YMCA of Greater Hartford is a vital role that supports the organization's mission of strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position is responsible for managing the overall accounting function of the YMCA, which includes overseeing general ledger postings, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The Controller will supervise payroll operations and ensure the preparation of complete and accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Additionally, this role will assist in the preparation of the annual operating budget and train staff on approved accounting policies and procedures throughout the organization. In this leadership position, the Controller will hire, train, and manage accounting personnel, including those involved in accounts payable and payroll. The role requires maintaining an accounting system that accurately records and reports all operations, transactions, assets, and liabilities of the YMCA across all funds. The Controller will also be responsible for preparing reconciliations of all banking, investment, and financial asset accounts on a monthly basis, as well as generating financial statements required by management, the Board, and outside agencies. The Controller will oversee grant reporting and ensure compliance with State of Connecticut Day Care Grants. This position will work closely with external auditors to compile information for the IRS Form 990 tax return and lead the annual independent audit process. Building and maintaining key relationships with auditors, investment advisors, banks, and vendors is essential. The Controller will monitor investment activity and coordinate asset allocation changes with external investment management consultants, while also managing operating cash flow to ensure timely payments to vendors and project cash flow requirements throughout the year. Conducting special internal audits, accounting studies, analyses, and cost studies as required will also be part of the responsibilities, along with providing recommendations for improvements. Collaboration with IT staff is necessary to ensure that computer and software systems provide accurate information and adequate internal controls.