Title: Controller
Reports to: Executive Director and Board of Directors
Classification: Full time, non-exempt
Salary: $60,000-70,000
Job Summary
The Controller serves as the principal financial officer for the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV). Managing annual revenues ranging from $1M to $4.5M, this critical role is responsible for the overall financial stewardship, fund accounting, and regulatory compliance of the statewide coalition.
As a solo accounting operation, this position offers a high degree of professional autonomy, a direct line of communication to executive leadership and the Board of Directors, and full stewardship of the organization's financial ecosystem.
Core Responsibilities
1. Financial Control & Board Reporting
· Act as the key financial advisor to the Executive Director and the Board Treasurer, providing timely financial analysis, cash flow forecasting, and budget variance reports.
· Prepare, analyze, and deliver comprehensive monthly and annual financial statements to Leadership.
· Lead the development of the annual organizational operating budget in collaboration with leadership.
2. Fund Accounting & Coalition Grant Management
· Manage the organization's fund accounting structure, accurately tracking and allocating revenue, restrictions, and expenditures across federal, state, and private grant streams.
· Prepare and submit timely financial reports, reimbursement requests, and drawdowns for the coalition’s operational grants.
· Ensure strict organizational compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) and all grantor-imposed restrictions.
3. Full-Cycle Accounting & Operations
· Execute all day-to-day accounting functions, including Accounts Payable (vendor invoices and staff travel/expense reimbursements) and Accounts Receivable.
· Oversee and process semi-monthly payroll, including accurate allocation of labor expenses across various grants, retirement contributions, and tax withholdings.
· Perform month-end and year-end closing processes, including bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, and journal entries.
4. Audit, Compliance, & Internal Controls
· Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and spearhead the preparation of the annual audit schedule. .
· Maintain and reinforce a robust system of internal controls to safeguard organizational assets, ensuring GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards are met.
· Maintain organized financial records and audit trails in compliance with state and federal retention guidelines.
Qualifications & Experience
· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field required.
· Certification: CPA or Certified Non-Profit Accounting Professional (CNAP) designation is a plus, but not required.
· Experience: 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience. Direct experience in nonprofit fund accounting, government grant compliance, or public accounting audit is highly preferred.
· Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.) is required.
· Core Competencies: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.
· Core Competencies: Proven ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and exercise flawless professional judgment.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
· Modern office environment located in downtown Little Rock.
· Occasional out-of-town travel for statewide coalition meetings, national conferences, or professional development.
· General office working conditions with minimal physical demands.
Additional Information: Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check. All ACADV employees are expected to represent themselves and the organization with the highest level of professionalism and integrity. This job description is a general framework and may be updated to reflect evolving organizational needs.
Interested ap
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
