Financial Controller

About UMR

United Mission for Relief and Development (UMR) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in

Washington, DC. We are one of the fastest growing NGOs in the United States, with a focus on relief and

developmental needs globally and domestically.

Financial Controller

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the organization’s accounting activities / practices, maintenance of fiscal records, safeguarding

the organization’s assets, preparation of financial reports, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, financial

control systems, audit, and reporting. Other responsibilities include, but not limited to, providing direction and

input on organization’s financial policies and practices, developing, and maintaining relationships with

organization’s consultants (auditors, tax accountant, and legal counsel).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads accounting department and coordinates monthly close activities, including balance sheet account

reconciliation, book accounting entries, and accounts analysis

• Analyzes internal controls and updates policies and procedures as necessary

• Act as point of contact and oversee annual audit processes and tax reporting

• Generates monthly financial and weekly cash management reports, including ad hoc analyses; standard KPI

reports, and other reports as needed

• Develops and administers training for lower-level accounting staff as well as cross-training on other department

functions

• Performs annual performance review for Senior Accountants

• Identifies opportunities for streamlining/enhancing existing processes, and automation.

• Performs relevant assessments, evaluations, research, and other duties as directed.

• Oversee implementation and use of tools and technologies that support accounting activities and reporting

• Review and approve semi-monthly payroll and 457(b) submission

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting in business, nonprofit or public accounting

• Experience and expertise with accounting and financial management software, preferably in QuickBooks

Online.

• Analytical skills

• Ability to manage and motivate a team

• Ability to explain financial terms in simple language

• Familiarity with the way nonprofit organizations are structured

• Genuine interest in our mission

• BSc or MSc in Accounting,

• CPA preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20006