Controller

SOME

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$153,275.20–$162,087.12 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Affordable Housing, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Flow Projection, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Disbursements, Documentation, Facilities Management, Finance, Finance Software, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Control, Financial Disclosure, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Policies, Financial Regulations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, Financial Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Foundation Grants, Funding, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Reporting, Grant Administration/Management, Head of Finance, Healthcare, Homeless Services, Journal Entries, Leadership, Legal, Legal Standards, Local Tax, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Operational Improvement, Operations, Organizational Skills, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Program Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Reconciliation, Reengineering, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Request for Information (RFI), Restricted Funds, Revenue Growth, Risk Management, State Tax, Strategic Planning, Systems Maintenance, Tax Planning, Tax Regulations, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Trend Analysis, Unrestricted Funds, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Washington, DC

POSTED

3 days ago

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking afull-time Controller to support our Finance department.

Compensation: We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $153,275.20 to $162,087.12 and may be commensurate with experience.

Position Description: The Controller is responsible for overseeing the organization's accounting operations and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), internal policies, and established financial controls. This position leads the implementation and monitoring of accounting policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls, mitigate organizational risk, and promote financial accuracy and accountability.

The Controller is expected to remain current on new accounting pronouncements, regulatory updates, proper treatment of new revenue sources, and other compliance-related developments that may impact the organization. This role manages the coordination and submission of annual financial audits and ensures that financial records, reports, and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and produced in a timely manner.

The Controller is also responsible for coordinating the month-end close process, analyzing organizational financial activity, and ensuring that payments, disbursements, and related transactions are processed accurately and timely. This position maintains financial systems and partners with staff and leadership to ensure financial processes, systems, and reporting structures support organizational goals.

Serving as a key liaison for the Finance team, the Controller supports cross-departmental collaboration, financial reporting needs, and the continuous improvement of financial operations.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Hybrid schedule. Work up to 3 days per week onsite.

Required: Bachelor's Degree; 8-10 years Finance and Accounting Experience; previous supervisory experience, non-profit Finance experience.

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; 10+ years of Finance and Accounting experience; previous management experience; non-profit and for-profit finance experience. experience.

Required License/Certification: CPA license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

In-depth knowledge of Accounting and Finance
Problem-solving and analytical skills
Knowledge of restricted and unrestricted fund levels
Knowledge of current accounting and reporting software used in the finance department
Knowledge of grants management as it relates to compliance and reporting of government, foundation, and individual grants.
Customer Service skills
Organized with an attention to detail
Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Collaboration skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to delegate
Time management
Management and supervisory skills
Able to multitask and be productive despite competing priorities

Expected Contributions:Facilities Management

Manage and oversee the daily operations of the Finance function
Oversee SOME budget development and execution against the budget
Respond to all financial audits for SOME and its affiliates
Monitor and review program financial performance for all legal entities
Ensure correct financial systems are in place
Perform financial planning for new programs
Manage SOME's cash flow forecasting to meet the operating needs of all legal entities; coordinate regularly with the CFO, sharing information and analysis regarding cash flow trends and needs.
Maintain internal controls and safeguards for cash management, including establishing sophisticated cash management procedures across the Agency.
Educate and train Program Managers and Administration teams on finance processes and regulations
Ensure compliance with standards and laws; provide compliance reporting
Manage tax planning and compliance with relevant federal, state, and local tax jurisdictions
Direct liaison between Housing Development and Finance - by helping to construct plans for financing, coordinating payments, providing reporting, reconciling general ledger accounts, tax compliance, and developing finance analytics and projections
Develop management reports and identify financial trends
Keep up-to-date on all accounting and auditing standards, particularly as they apply to investments and alternative investments. Stay current on Internal Revenue Code, FASB, and legislative proposals and pronouncements as they relate to non-profit organizations; oversee implementation to ensure SOME's compliance.
Lead the financial design, management, and implementation of relevant modules of Great Plans or other selected accounting systems, in coordination with design/functional resources and contractors. Evaluate and re-engineer corporate processes to standardize, simplify, and build efficiencies across the Agency.

Accounting

Maintain the system of accounts, ledgers, and fiscal records on all transactions and assets, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and legal and regulatory requirements.
Oversee the development of all financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Develop and maintain 'best-in-class' internal control framework in collaboration with the CFO and other senior staff in the Agency.
Coordinate internal and external reporting - Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, monitor progress, and keep the SOME Leadership Team and the Board informed of SOME's financial status.
Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the financial close process (monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes), including preparation of journal entries, additional supporting schedules, and key account analysis and reconciliations.
Coordinate the annual independent audit, as well as additional audits required by specific donors or funding agencies, including the A-133 audit (Uniform Guidance); ensure the timely resolution of any audit findings.
Manage and oversee Accounting functions daily
Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the financial close process (monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes), including preparation of journal entries, additional supporting schedules, and key account analysis and reconciliations.
Oversee monthly and annual financial disclosures

Strategy Development

Fulfill requests for information by the Finance Committee
Perform the duties of the CFO when needed
Provide strategic vision for SOME's growth
Provide suggestions for improvement, revenue growth, and expense reduction
Present at Finance Committee meetings
Assist Board Treasurer; provide analysis and advice to the Board
Collaborate and coordinate with the administrative team

Reports to: Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

To Apply: Go to our career page at and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at onlineaccommodations@some.org. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.

To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding links: EEOC Know Your Rights Notice and E-Verify Program Notice.

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