Controller

Job description

Who We Are

Healthier Generation  is a leading children’s health non-profit that promotes equitable whole child health so that every mind, every body, and every young person can be healthy.  and ready to succeed.  We believe a dedicated, intensified movement that centers equity in health practices and policies wherever kids live, learn and play is required to achieve dramatic improvements in the health and the life outcomes of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, as well as communities experiencing deep poverty.

Healthier Generation works nationally and locally with schools and school districts, youth-serving organizations, businesses, and communities – building their capacity to create healthier environments where young people can thrive. Our work, in total, has reached more than 31 million children and meaningfully improved environments to support the physical, social, and emotional health of the next generation, especially those from underserved communities. Our programs are evidence-based and evidence-informed, supported by a robust digital/virtual/live training platform and action center, as well as direct-to-community services. Through Healthier Generation programs, products and services, more children nationwide are gaining the opportunity to build a healthy future. 

What You Will Do

Core Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Budget Management 

• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports for leadership and the Board. 

• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor organizational performance against budget, including variance and trend analysis. 

• Oversee grant financial management, including budgeting, reporting, compliance, and monitoring of funding requirements. 

Accounting Operations & Internal Controls 

• Review and approve financial transactions, including expense reports, invoices, journal entries, payroll transactions, and other accounting activities to ensure accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with policies. 

• Monitor and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, general ledger activities, and account reconciliations to ensure the integrity of financial records. 

• Oversee the outsourced accounting partner and ensure timely, accurate execution of accounting activities and monthly and annual close processes. 

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, financial procedures, and risk management practices. 

Audit & Compliance 

• Lead the annual financial audit, serve as the primary liaison with external auditors. 

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. 

Leadership & Continuous Improvement 

• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, outsourced accounting providers, and other partners. 

• Provide financial guidance and support to staff and organizational leaders. 

• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, systems, controls, and reporting to strengthen compliance, reduce risk, improve efficiency, and support effective organizational decision-making. 

Required Competencies: Who You Are

You should have a genuine interest in and commitment to making kids’ lives healthier. You are a dedicated equity driven, solution-oriented professional who values community centered approach and systems-level change. Your ability to prioritize tasks, build internal and external relationships and be self-driven prepares you for this position. 

Your professional experience will show that you demonstrate Healthier Generation’s competencies:

• Mission driven: You are passionate about creating equitable environments for young people and believe every mind, every body, and every young person should be healthy and ready to succeed. You demonstrate passion for school and youth-serving organizations, health and wellness, quality standards and processes.  

• We collaborate and support: You plan collaboratively; inviting others to brainstorm and contribute ideas. You share information and resources to ensure clarity and understanding. You offer differing perspectives, counterpoints, and ideas to improve outcomes. You support others to achieve goals by sharing expertise, skills, or resources.  

• We are aware of ourselves and others: You demonstrate self-awareness, self-management, social-awareness, and relationship management. You demonstrate understanding of and work to mitigate sources of bias. You recognize the ideas, contributions, and achievements of others. You elicit feedback and consider perspectives to understand the potential impacts of those affected by plans or decisions. 

• We think critically and act strategically: You ask questions to understand (ex: to gain clarity on roles and responsibilities, decision-making, project plans, etc.). You incorporate feedback in relevant areas (ex: processes, work products, or interpersonal relationships). You plan thoughtfully by seeking and incorporating applicable information (ex: research, feedback, evidence, experience, etc.). You assess risks and rewards, potential impacts, and alternative options when making strategic decisions. 

• We adapt and embrace change: You approach challenges with equanimity. You adapt to shifting priorities. You work to find solutions to identify problems or opportunities. You champion new ways to improve processes. 

• We build and cultivate relationships: You Acknowledges others’ experiences, identities, and strengths. You facilitate interactions that result in new or enhanced collaborations. You practice active listening to understand, takes time to process information, and check your own bias. You take responsibility to build and repair trust. 

• We grow and improve: You foster a “safe to fail” environment where mistakes are acknowledged and learned from. You seek and implement feedback to grow. You actively pursue professional development around diversity, inclusion, equity, belonging, and skills relevant to job responsibility area(s). You incorporate learnings (e.g., professional development, feedback, research, etc.) into work processes and outputs. 

 Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

• CPA certification and/or Master's degree strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible accounting and financial management experience in a nonprofit environment. 

• Experience managing general ledger activities, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, and audit preparation.

• Experience supporting annual budgeting and forecasting.

• Experience with grant-funded organizations, fund accounting, activity-based accounting, job cost coding, or similar methodologies required.  

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, financial compliance, and audit requirements.

• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems; experience with Sage, BILL, and Concur strongly preferred.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, and financial reporting tools.

• Experience optimizing financial systems and automated reporting tools to improve efficiency and decision-making.

• Experience supervising and developing accounting or finance staff preferred.

• Experience managing outsourced accounting providers, external accounting firms, or third-party financial service partners preferred.

Other Requirements

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive matters with discretion.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.

• Ability to translate complex accounting and compliance requirements into practical and understandable business information.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to coach, mentor, and develop staff while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

• Ability to proactively identify issues, recommend solutions, and implement process improvements.

Compensation and Benefits

At Healthier Generation, we believe in a holistic approach to rewarding and supporting staff. We balance financial stability with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and unmatched schedule flexibility. Highlights of our benefits package include:

• Flexible PTO (available immediately upon hire)

• 100% remote work with a highly flexible work environment

• Competitive health benefits program with employer contributions

• Professional development and learning opportunities

• 401(k) employer match of up to 4%, fully vested upon hire

• Annual stipend of $1,500 (distributed per paycheck) to support communication and wellness needs

At Healthier Generation, each position is aligned with a salary grade determined by market data. For this position, the salary range is

$96,000 – $144,000.

Remote employees are required to have a safe, quiet, and distraction-free workspace including a reliable and effective internet connection (minimum of 20 meg down and 8 meg up). You can test your internet speed here: https://www.speedtest.net/

This position is classified as at-will employment.  Nothing in this job posting or subsequent employment communications should be construed as creating a contractual agreement for employment for a specific duration.

The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation in the hiring process, please let us know.

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