Assistant Controller

POSITION SUMMARY:

Community Training and Assistance Center (CTAC) is seeking a talented individual to join its professional team. The Assistant Controller is a hands-on position, playing a key role in overseeing and addressing all financial aspects of our organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial support for our initiatives.

CTAC offers generous compensation and benefits, a work environment that promotes innovation and teamwork, and ample opportunities to learn and grow. This position is based in the Boston/Worcester metropolitan areas and is primarily virtual.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting. Manage grant accounting and reporting processes, including reporting on federal grants. Work closely with program managers to track grant funds, prepare grant budgets, and fulfill reporting requirements specified by federal agencies.
• Develop and monitor budgets in collaboration with CTAC leadership. Provide regular financial forecasts and analysis to support organizational decision-making.
• Complete interim and annual performance reporting for federal and other organizational funders.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements for CTAC leadership and prepare presentations for the Board of Directors.
• Lead and manage the annual audit.
• Provide strategic financial analyses to support organizational effectiveness and sustainability. Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies.
• Maintain working relationships with internal and external teams.
• Accept responsibility proactively for other projects and duties as business needs arise.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors’ degree with a concentration in Accounting or Finance (or commensurate experience), MBA or CPA preferred.
• Five or more years of proven experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager, including budgeting, accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience managing federal grants, specifically U.S. Department of Education grants preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, GAAP, and compliance requirements.
• Keen analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting experience is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written); experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior leadership, Board of Directors or other outside partners.
• Strong technical skills including a high level of proficiency in Excel, Word and accounting applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in virtual and physical office settings.
• Applicant must be based in or within a commuting distance of the Boston/Worcester metropolitan areas.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

This position is open until filled. Please send resume, cover letter with salary requirements, and a writing sample to: Cathi Leone, Chief Officer, Finance and Management Systems, at cleone@ctacusa.com.

CTAC is an equal opportunity employer and state-certified minority non-profit organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:

Community Training and Assistance Center (CTAC) is a 45-year old national non-profit organization that partners with schools, districts, states and community organizations to build their capacity for educational innovation and community development. We provide technical assistance, conduct research and evaluation, and inform public policy to drive and support educational innovation and responsive community change. CTAC achieves significant, long-term improvements for our partners to create equitable opportunities and healthy, vibrant communities.

For additional information regarding CTAC, please visit www.ctacusa.com.