Controller

Job Title : Controller

Department : General

Reports to : Chief Financial Officer

FLSA : Full Time and Exempt

Benefits : Alpha Project offers a generous benefits package, including 14 paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision premiums, and group life insurance

Salary Range : $90,000-$125,00, commensurate with experience and education

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the CFO, the Controller will provide financial cohesion to the fiscal department, overseeing accounting operations, audits, and financial reporting, while also participating in strategic financial planning. This position ensures financial stability and transparency by managing, budgeting, creating, and implementing internal controls and systems, while providing essential financial insights to support organizational growth and decision-making for Alpha Project programs and its subsidiary properties. The position also lends support regarding vendors, including leasing and purchasing of vehicles, equipment, insurance, benefits, and legal / litigation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and ensure all financial statements, internal dashboards, and external reporting meet organizational, GAAP, and regulatory standards.
• Lead monthly and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
• Lead variance analysis, financial modeling, and scenario planning to provide strategic insights to leadership.
• Lead and optimize the monthly and annual financial close processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with deadlines.
• Meet deadlines and ensure the monthly close process is efficient, accurate, and well-documented.
• Manage multi-entity consolidations, including eliminations, intercompany allocations, and reconciliations, to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Accounting Operations

Audit, Tax, and Compliance

Internal Controls & Financial Systems

Budgeting & Financial Management

Strategic Partnership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Fiscal Team Leadership & Development

Organizational Training & Capacity Building

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Please note that this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this role.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands / conditions described below represent those that must be met / tolerated by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to follow the policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook and the relevant policies and procedures of funders. Candidates will also contribute to a positive work environment by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with all constituent groups, coworkers, and management. Additionally, the education, experience, and other skills listed below represent the required knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential for this role.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE

GAAP compliance and financial audits

KEY SKILLS SET

EQUIPMENT AND APPLICATIONS

Alpha Project for the Homeless provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.