Controller

SHELTER, Inc. rebuilds lives one family at a time, by helping them re-establish a home and assisting with the skills and resources needed to live the life they deserve. Created in 1986, we are a community-based non-profit currently operating in Contra Costa, Solano, Sacramento, and Marin counties. In 2025 our compassionate teams helped 3,994 people secure or maintain their housing.

We believe a safe home and the opportunity to thrive are rightsnot privileges. Every day, our teams have the honor of walking alongside families and individuals as they rebuild their lives. If youre looking for more than just a joband you want to be the spark that ignites lasting change in your communityyoull find purpose here!

Work Location: Concord, CA Fully Onsite, no remote

Employment Details: Full Time, Exempt

Compensation: $160 - 175k/ year

About the role: Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will be responsible for oversight of all accounting and reporting activities. This position will lead all day-to-day accounting operations of a budget of $30 million and supervise the team with functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grants administration. The Controller will ensure that SHELTER, Inc. and its affiliates have the systems and procedures in place to support effective program management and conduct flawless audits. The Controller will work closely with program and administrative staff to support proper financial accounting.

What youll do:

Finance and Accounting

• Direct and enhance the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of all accounting activities.
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the general ledger, including fixed assets and property accounting.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and assist with other reporting as needed.
• Ensure all financial reporting adheres to GAAP while proactively evolving processes to support organizational growth and scalability.
• Maintain internal controls and safeguards for assets, revenue, expenses, and program budgets.
• Coordinate and oversee audit activity to facilitate efficient audits by providing required schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation and timely resolving any open items or findings.
• Function as a trusted partner and strategic advisor to the Program and Property teams, providing accounting expertise to enable informed business decisions.
• Prepare financial reporting materials for government, corporate, and foundation grants.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other accounting documentation to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes to increase efficiency, scalability, and reliability

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing accounting team, promoting ownership, accountability, continuous improvement, and strong internal customer focus.
• Build and scale teams to meet the evolving needs of a growing, complex organization.
• Create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.

What youll bring:

• Bachelors degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Master of Business Administration or CPA is highly desired
• 3+ years' experience as a Controller within the nonprofit sector required.
• Have a successful track record in nonprofit grants management, compliance, and reporting of government, corporate and foundation grants.
• 8+ Years' experience in accounting. Proven experience as an accounting manager, senior accounting manager or in similar roles.
• Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting for investments.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Proficient using large ERP systems, tools (Sage Intacct highly desirable) and advanced Excel capabilities to enhance accounting processes, reporting, and analytics in large and dynamic organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present financial information.
• Ability/willingness to work flexible hours.

Key Proficiencies you'll need:

• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and unwavering commitment to the agencys mission.
• Ability to be a proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who will be responsible and accountable.
• Strong financial analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent follow through and a can do attitude.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing demands, and meeting critical deadlines with flexibility.
• Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

Position Requirements:

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check
• Must provide TB test clearance

What we offer:

• 18 days of Paid Time Off
• 15 paid holidays, including your birthday!
• 100% paid medical insurance (Kaiser, Anthem Blue Cross), dental, vision for employees, 50% for your dependents.
• 100% paid Group Term Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-term disability insurance
• Up to $3,000 Tuition Reimbursement a year
• 403b with SHELTER Inc., matching contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Internal growth opportunities

We value diversity

SHELTER, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and lead to better outcomes for the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

Notice: This description is a guide only. Upon hire, you will receive a formal job description.

Notice to Recruiters: Please do not contact SHELTER, Inc. or our employees regarding this role. We are not accepting agency assistance at this time.