Controller
Apply NowCompany: City Harvest, Inc.
Location: Brooklyn, NY 11226
Description:
ABOUT CITY HARVEST
City Harvest is New York's first and largest food rescue organization, helping to feed millions of New Yorkers who struggle to put meals on their tables. During our 40 years serving New Yorkers in need, we have rescued more than one billion pounds of fresh, nutritious food and delivered it free of charge to hundreds of food pantries, soup kitchens, community partners, and our own Mobile Markets across the five boroughs. This year, we will rescue and distribute more than 77 million pounds of nutritious food to our neighbors in need. City Harvest works alongside our community partners to boost community capacity, expand nutrition education, and strengthen local food systems. Since our founding in 1982, City Harvest has always been there to feed our city one day, one meal, one New Yorker at a time.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet City Harvest's changing needs, at the sole discretion of management.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Directs all accounting functions for the organization. Formulates, recommends and implements sound fiscal policies, procedures and controls, including oversight of internal control compliance and related financial and internal control systems. Oversees payroll and employee benefits including 403(b) plan administration, health insurance, vacation time and sick time. Partners effectively with outside auditors for tax preparation and audit, including the audit of the 403(b) plan and preparation of organizational filings (including Form 990, Form 990T, Form W-2, Form 1099). Supervises an accounting staff of three direct reports and four indirect reports. Appraises the organization's financial position, providing in-depth financial analysis and assessment of organizational results and provides recommendations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct all accounting functions for the organization, including payroll, accounts payable and financial reporting. This includes but not limited to oversight of daily cash management and administration of City Harvest's credit card program in compliance with established policies and procedures. (35%)
Appraise the organization's financial position, providing in-depth financial analysis and assessment of organizational results and provide recommendations. Prepare quarterly Board reporting (Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Activities, Statement of Cash Flows) and interim reports for Senior Management. (30%)
Responsible for the organization's audits (financial statements, 403(b) plan, in addition to preparing the annual corporate tax filings. (20%)
Formulate, recommend, and implement sound fiscals policies, procedures and controls, including oversight of internal control compliance. Evaluate and propose recommendation for process and system improvement, inclusive of interoperability of Accounting/Finance and other department platforms. (10%)
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee / administer the organization's 403(b) plan, review and approve employee requests (loans, withdrawals, etc.). (5%)
POSITION SCOPE:Manage and/or perform highly technical or complex work, requiring ingenuity and capacity to evaluate and respond to new and changing issues.
DECISION MAKING/PROBLEM SOLVING:Identifyrisk factors with potential to disrupt achievement of departmental, project or campaign goals. Analyze and propose solutions based on knowledge of professional principles and best practices.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:Responsible for making sure City Harvest resources are used effectively and that assigned expenses and revenues reflect budget goals.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal Contacts: Regularly interact with senior management to create and implement strategies to achieve departmental goals.
External Contacts: Regular interactions with assigned business contacts to obtain information necessary to complete work or provide services.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Prepare and deliver presentations to assigned internal and external audiences. Convey specialized or technical information about programs, operations or services.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Directly supervise staff within Accounting department.
Titles of positions directly supervised: Assistant Controller; Senior Manager - Accounts Payable; Senior Payroll & Retirement Plan Manager
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree, plus additional related courses, training or relative experience
Related Skills or Knowledge: Must have knowledge of not-for-profit accounting. CPA is required. Knowledge of MS Office and various accounting software packages is essential. Strong written and verbal communication, ability to speak across departments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
WHY CHOOSE CITY HARVEST?
There are many fantastic reasons to choose a career with City Harvest. In addition to fighting food insecurity in New York, City Harvest offers the following Benefits and Rewards:
At City Harvest, we enjoy working in a team-based environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace. City Harvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
City Harvest is New York's first and largest food rescue organization, helping to feed millions of New Yorkers who struggle to put meals on their tables. During our 40 years serving New Yorkers in need, we have rescued more than one billion pounds of fresh, nutritious food and delivered it free of charge to hundreds of food pantries, soup kitchens, community partners, and our own Mobile Markets across the five boroughs. This year, we will rescue and distribute more than 77 million pounds of nutritious food to our neighbors in need. City Harvest works alongside our community partners to boost community capacity, expand nutrition education, and strengthen local food systems. Since our founding in 1982, City Harvest has always been there to feed our city one day, one meal, one New Yorker at a time.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet City Harvest's changing needs, at the sole discretion of management.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Directs all accounting functions for the organization. Formulates, recommends and implements sound fiscal policies, procedures and controls, including oversight of internal control compliance and related financial and internal control systems. Oversees payroll and employee benefits including 403(b) plan administration, health insurance, vacation time and sick time. Partners effectively with outside auditors for tax preparation and audit, including the audit of the 403(b) plan and preparation of organizational filings (including Form 990, Form 990T, Form W-2, Form 1099). Supervises an accounting staff of three direct reports and four indirect reports. Appraises the organization's financial position, providing in-depth financial analysis and assessment of organizational results and provides recommendations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct all accounting functions for the organization, including payroll, accounts payable and financial reporting. This includes but not limited to oversight of daily cash management and administration of City Harvest's credit card program in compliance with established policies and procedures. (35%)
Appraise the organization's financial position, providing in-depth financial analysis and assessment of organizational results and provide recommendations. Prepare quarterly Board reporting (Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Activities, Statement of Cash Flows) and interim reports for Senior Management. (30%)
Responsible for the organization's audits (financial statements, 403(b) plan, in addition to preparing the annual corporate tax filings. (20%)
Formulate, recommend, and implement sound fiscals policies, procedures and controls, including oversight of internal control compliance. Evaluate and propose recommendation for process and system improvement, inclusive of interoperability of Accounting/Finance and other department platforms. (10%)
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee / administer the organization's 403(b) plan, review and approve employee requests (loans, withdrawals, etc.). (5%)
POSITION SCOPE:Manage and/or perform highly technical or complex work, requiring ingenuity and capacity to evaluate and respond to new and changing issues.
DECISION MAKING/PROBLEM SOLVING:Identifyrisk factors with potential to disrupt achievement of departmental, project or campaign goals. Analyze and propose solutions based on knowledge of professional principles and best practices.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:Responsible for making sure City Harvest resources are used effectively and that assigned expenses and revenues reflect budget goals.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal Contacts: Regularly interact with senior management to create and implement strategies to achieve departmental goals.
External Contacts: Regular interactions with assigned business contacts to obtain information necessary to complete work or provide services.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Prepare and deliver presentations to assigned internal and external audiences. Convey specialized or technical information about programs, operations or services.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Directly supervise staff within Accounting department.
Titles of positions directly supervised: Assistant Controller; Senior Manager - Accounts Payable; Senior Payroll & Retirement Plan Manager
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree, plus additional related courses, training or relative experience
- Experience: Seven to tenyears related experience; program or operational management experience and supervisory experience. Experienced in managing and mentoring the accounting team, providing guidance on financial procedures, professional development, and day-to-day operations. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the department.
Related Skills or Knowledge: Must have knowledge of not-for-profit accounting. CPA is required. Knowledge of MS Office and various accounting software packages is essential. Strong written and verbal communication, ability to speak across departments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Regularly required to speak clearly and hear the spoken word well.
- Regularly required to physically operate routine equipment (computers, calculators, etc.).
- Regularly required to work irregular hours.
- Regularly required to utilize near vision ability to read data and documents, including spreadsheets and reports, in printed form and on computer screens.
- Required to be in the office 4 times a week during probationary period and 3 days a week post probationary period.
WHY CHOOSE CITY HARVEST?
There are many fantastic reasons to choose a career with City Harvest. In addition to fighting food insecurity in New York, City Harvest offers the following Benefits and Rewards:
- Competitive market salaries
- Generous time off
- Full benefits (medical, dental, vision) with employer contributions towards premiums
- Employer-provided life insurance
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer-matching
- Professional development opportunities
- Free Mental Health Services with Better Help
- Commuter Benefits
- Discounted staff perks (e.g., movie tickets, gym memberships, cellular plans)
At City Harvest, we enjoy working in a team-based environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace. City Harvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.