Controller

Controller

National Headquarters - Memphis, TN

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU) is seeking a Controller to plan and direct the organization's accounting functions. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for all aspects of the accounting operations of the organization and its affiliates, including financial reporting, maintenance of accounting records, process improvements, ensuring adequate compliance and internal controls, and the supervision and development of accounting employees working in the areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reimbursements, fixed assets, general ledger, and financial statements. This position is located at DU's national headquarters in Memphis, TN.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Oversees all accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, GL, and Revenue Recognition.
• Responsible for timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closing procedures.
• Maintain quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Participate and lead the annual year-end audit process with external auditors.
• Files quarterly and annual reports with all relevant government agencies.
• Coordinates financial relationships with DU's international partner organizations: Ducks Unlimited-Canada and Ducks Unlimited de Mexico.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Oversees the operations of the accountancy staff, which include treasury staff, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchasing.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, and database/data warehousing.

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration is required.
• Active Certified Public Accountant designation required.
• Ten years or more of related experience is required. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience working in a nonprofit is preferred.
• Experience in a Microsoft Dynamics accounting system environment is beneficial.
• Up to 10% travel is required.

To apply: Please fill out the application materials on this link and attach a cover letter and resume indicating your qualifications and why you are interested in the position. The position will be open until filled. For further information regarding this position or to request application materials, please contact: Careers@ducks.org

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.