Controller

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Position Summary

The Controller at YWCA Greater Lafayette plays a pivotal role in ensuring the organization's fiscal health and sustainability. This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, grant compliance, and analysis. Working closely with the executive leadership team and reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Controller supports strategic decision-making and financial planning to advance YWCA Greater Lafayette's mission.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Accounting

Grant Management & Compliance

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Audit & Compliance

Cash & Risk Management

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; CPA or master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial leadership, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated experience managing grant budgets, claims, and compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to collaborate across departments.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Physical/Mental Essential Requirements

• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, moderate lifting and carrying (up to thirty (30) pounds).
• Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time.
• Occasional need to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to focus on detail and accuracy of work product.
• Occasional high stress may be experienced in dealing with clients, staff and volunteers.