Controller

About the Organization:

TechTown is Wayne State’s entrepreneurship hub. We empower Detroit-based startups and local businesses by providing resources, collaborative workspace and education for entrepreneurs that will further accelerate inclusive economic development across Detroit.

About the Opportunity:

TechTown is seeking a Controller to assist the Chief Financial Officer in all aspects of Financial Reporting and partnering with the Finance team on all day-to-day financial operations of a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation and a for-profit real estate subsidiary that owns a 135,000 sq. ft. multi-tenant building.

The Controller will be responsible for managing the accounting and financial activities of the company, including implementing, and monitoring internal controls, producing and enhancing consolidated financial statements and supplemental reporting, and conducting financial audits to ensure accuracy in reporting.

The Controller will be a key team member in the financial management process, including producing consolidating and consolidated financial statements, restricted and unrestricted schedules, and departmental financial reports. They will ensure that TechTown has the systems and procedures in place to support effective financial policies and procedures that result in flawless audits. The Controller will work closely with the Director of Grant/Fiscal Compliance, program leaders and their teams, not only to educate them regarding finance and accounting procedures but also to explore how the finance function can support program operations and grant reporting and compliance.

This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

The Impact You Will Make:

• Responsible for actively managing the accounting activities of the company, internal controls, financial statements, and financial audits and analysis.
• Review all transactions for monthly close and financial statements for accuracy, classification, and appropriate accounting standards.
• Preparation of the account reconciliations and communicating actionable items to other team members.
• Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior leadership for executive meetings by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points.
• Prepare the consolidation, financial statements, and other reports as requested.
• Partner with the Director of Grant/Fiscal Compliance in developing and managing grant transactions within QuickBooks
• Responsible for the processes of transactions posting to grants; including by not limited to invoices, employee cost allocation, and matching funds.
• Invoice processing and issuing accounting workpaper for departmental reports.
• Manage the chart of accounts.
• Develop and maintain the department’s accounting policy and procedure manual.
• Lead the preparation of workpapers of the annual audit financial statement and assist the single federal audit of the Company.
• Assist the department with daily and monthly procedures as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 10+ years of relevant experience and a minimum of 5+ years' experience working in non-profit financial operations and grant management.
• Detail-oriented with high attention to quality and accuracy.
• Deep knowledge of accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, including prioritizing, organizing, and meeting deadlines. 
• Strong documentation skills of financial procedures and policies.
• Proficiency in utilizing QuickBooks or other accounting software. 

Would be nice to have:

• 5+ years’ experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager.
• Experience using Bill.com and Office RND software.
• Bilingual – fluent in reading, writing, and speaking either Spanish or Arabic.

Salary:

The budgeted salary range for this position starts at $80,000 and may be adjusted according to qualifications and experience.

The Perks:

TechTown offers generous health and dental plans as well as vision, life insurance, short-term disability, a 401(k) plan, and a team member assistance program. Full-time team members also receive:

• 5 Weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 23 paid holidays (including 2 weeks in December and 1 week in July)
• 12 Paid Mental Health Days per year (one per month)
• Retirement Plan with employer matching up to 6%. 
• 100% TechTown paid Life, STD, and LTD benefits
• $2500 Professional Development Stipend
• Wellness Inspired Workplace with a Wellness Program and onsite Wellness Room  
• Paid Parental Leave
• Creativity and innovation supported and encouraged by leadership
• Fulfillment and the knowledge of having made an impact in Detroit’s economic growth

Work Arrangements:

Most TechTown team members (including this position) are assigned to work remotely at this time and for the foreseeable future (with occasional in-person collaborative meetings required).

Accessibility:

At TechTown Detroit, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all team members, clients, and tenants feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where we live and serve and creating an environment where everyone can reach their potential.

If you are a candidate with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application process, email our Human Resources department at Careers@TechTownDetroit.org. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.