Controller

Make a Real Impact in Your Community!

Community Solutions is seeking a full-time Controller for our non-profit dedicated to helping individuals at risk of becoming involved in or have been involved in the child welfare and/or criminal justice system. This individual will be based in our corporate office in Windsor, CT. This individual will be responsible for the direction of the financial affairs and financial analysis of the organization. In conjunction with the CFO, the Controller will be responsible for the company's financial plans, policies and accounting practices

AtCommunity Solutions, Inc. (CSI), we believe in second chances and providing the support people need to succeed. For over 60 years, we've been a pioneer in community-based services, transforming lives through innovative programs for individuals involved in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems.

Why Work with Us?

• Life-Changing Work:Help individuals on parole rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.
• Trauma-Informed Approach:CSI is committed to understanding and addressing trauma. You'll receive ongoing training to ensure you can support clients with care and compassion.
• Collaborative Environment:Work closely with the Program Director, MST Experts, and external stakeholders in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
• Growth Opportunities:Expand your expertise with clinical licensure supervision, training, certification, and professional development options in a growing organization.

What You'll Do:

Fiscal:

• Responsible for maintaining the books and records of the agency in a manner consistent with generally accepted accounting principles, (GAAP,) other legal and regulatory frameworks as necessary for the Agency.
• Develop and implement best-practice internal financial controls in compliance with grant and audit requirements.
• Develop, analyze, and interpret accounting information to appraise operating results in terms of performance against budget and operating effectiveness.
• Direct fiscal staff, including those that do not report to this role, to ensure that GAAP and all applicable and regulatory requirements (federal, state, and local), government accounting principles, practices and procedures are followed.
• Prepare reports outlining company's financial position (balances, income, expenses, and earnings) based on past, present, and projected future operations.
• Assist with the annual Agency budget in conjunction with the Director of Contracts and monitor monthly financial reporting to ensure the agency is hitting its objectives.
• Coordinate the annual independent audit with the organization's CPA firm including preparing any and all documents associated with the annual audit and single audits.
• Work closely with CFO in the area of cash management to ensure that cash flow is consistent with the operational needs of the Agency. Perform short and long-term cash flow projections and closely monitor payables and receivables.
• Responsible for oversight of the purchasing process including how all program expenditures are approved, processed, and recorded to ensure compliance with all grants, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for implementation and quality control of financial management systems.
• Responsible for maintaining a fixed asset listing for the Agency and ensuring the completion of an annual inventory to properly reconcile all property and equipment purchased by the Agency.
• Responsible for training and assisting all managers and supervisors in the development and monitoring of annual operating budgets and monthly financial statements.

Administrative:

• Develops, assists in negotiating, and oversees implementation of all Agency contracts and service agreements relating to both service and physical plant operation.
• Handles insurance policies, including D&O, general liability, worker's compensation, unemployment, cyber, disability, and umbrella.
• Performs periodic quality assurance monitoring of Agency operations for compliance with Agency policies, contractual requirements, licensing and standards.
• Participates in and conducts relevant, training, education and professional associations for the purpose of positive Agency public relations, pro-actively marketing Agency activities, keeping abreast of current developments in other agencies in order to promote staff and Agency growth.
• Represents the Agency at business related meetings with state, federal, private, and prospective new funding sources. Conducts annual audits and inspections of Agency in areas of financial, personnel, and physical plant.
• Responsible for ensuring the timely review and appropriate revision of Agency financial policies on an annual basis.
• Maintain a working knowledge of and abide by Agency programs, policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What We're Looking For:

• Master's Degree and five years of financial administration experience of which three years must have been in a progressively responsible supervisory capacity.
• Bachelor's Degree and eight years of financial administration experience of which five years must include be supervisory in nature.
• Comprehensive knowledge of compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and with all applicable and regulatory requirements (federal, state, and local), government accounting principles, practices and procedures, audit and management practices.
• Able to communicate effectively (both written and oral) with program staff and outside agencies in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner with the ability to communicate complex financial issues in simple, understandable terms.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Working knowledge of Blackbaud FE NXT and/or Ramp Spend Management system preferred.

Benefits We Offer:

• Generous Time Off:2 weeks of vacation your first year (increasing to 3 weeks after 1 year), 7 days of sick time, and 4 floating holidays.
• Health & Wellness:Medical, dental, and voluntary vision plans, plus FSA, short-term disability, accident insurance, hospital coverage, life insurance, and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan:Automatic enrollment with a 100% company match up to 4%.
• Professional Development:Clinical License supervision, Tuition reimbursement after 1 year, plus ongoing training and opportunities for certification.
• Mileage Reimbursement:We offer reimbursement for business-related travel at the current IRS rate to help cover your transportation costs.

Company Overview

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization that promotes the responsible citizenship, accountability, and well-being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice system. Since CSIs founding in 1962, it has been a pioneer in the community-based service. We have been delivering supervision, treatment, and comprehensive individualized services to help clients interact more effectively in their communities and become productive citizens. Using this plan, we opened the first state-contracted halfway house in New England which has grown to a continuum of approximately 60 programs and services in 11 states. For more than 60 years, CSI has built upon its successful foundation and expanded to serve thousands of adults, youth, and families each year. To learn more about CSI please visit our website https://csi-online.org.

Ready to help others overcome challenges and achieve success?Apply today and be part of a team that is transforming lives every day!

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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