The Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and is responsible for the leadership, management, and execution of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation's accounting and financial operations. As a key member of a small, collaborative finance team, the Controller serves as both a strategic partner and a hands-on accounting professional who actively performs a significant portion of the Foundation's day-to-day financial work.
While the Controller supervises accounting functions and provides leadership to finance staff, they are also expected to personally prepare, review, and complete essential accounting and financial activities. The successful candidate will be comfortable moving seamlessly between financial strategy and detailed accounting execution, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, grants management, compliance activities, audits, and month-end close responsibilities.
Working closely with the CFO, the Controller plays a critical role in maintaining the Foundation's financial integrity, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and donor requirements, supporting earned revenue activities, assisting with the Foundation's capital campaign, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and systems.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, nonprofit financial management experience, exceptional organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in an environment where teamwork, flexibility, and a willingness to roll up one's sleeves are essential to success.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
Minimum of five years of supervisory or leadership experience.
Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Strong understanding of internal controls, accounting systems, and financial management best practices.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills.
Strong technical skills, including Microsoft 365 and effective usage of AI tools
Excellent analytical, organizational, project management, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
Commitment to accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and exceptional internal customer service.
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
MBA or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Nonprofit accounting experience, including fund accounting and donor-restricted funds.
Experience administering federal, state, and private grants.
Experience preparing IRS Form 990 and coordinating independent audits.
Experience accounting for investments and endowment funds.
Experience with nonprofit fundraising operations, capital campaigns, and donor reporting.
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