POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
SEATTLE Y CONTROLLER
LOCATION: 909
Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104
ABOUT
THE POSITION
We have an exciting opportunity for an
experienced Controller to join a dynamic YMCA serving the Seattle/King County
metropolitan communities. The YMCA of
Greater Seattle (the Y) is one of the largest non-profit organizations in
Washington. Founded in 1876, we enhance
the lives of more than 171,500 people annually through 12 branches, two
overnight camps and more than 200 program sites throughout King and south
Snohomish counties. The Y has $70
million in operating revenues with over 2,300 employees.
We are seeking a cause
driven leader who will guide us into the future by enhancing the financial
practices to balance fiscal stewardship and operational effectiveness. The position leads the organization’s financial
practices, maintenance of its fiscal records and the preparation of financial
reports. The Controller ensures a system
of strong internal controls and manages the annual external audit, the preparation
of the IRS Form 990, grant compliance and all financial disclosures made by the
organization.
POSITION
DELIVERABLES
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Financial
policies, procedures, practices and standards that meet all legal, IRS and GAAP
requirements and support the Seattle Y’s race and social equity focus.
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High
performing, results-driven Accounting team that successfully collaborates within
the Association Office as well as across the Association.
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Financial
reports that highlight the results of operations and are relevant to decision
making.
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Metrics
and other evaluation tools to measure Accounting department efficiency,
effectiveness and positive contribution to Association results.
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Association leadership inclusive of the
delivery of financial
related training for non-financial staff.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIVITIES & SCOPE:
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Leads all
functions of the accounting department for the Y.
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Hires, trains, develop and oversee the Accounting
staff. (Currently 6 direct reports + 6 indirect reports)
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Manages the annual financial audit, inclusive of
liaison with external auditors
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Manages the preparation and submission of the
Association’s IRS Form 990
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Leads
the annual budget process
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Leads
the design and implementation of appropriate financial systems and internal
controls
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Prepares
or supervises the preparation of outside reports and filings.
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Assists
the CFO in financial analysis and support of the Audit, Finance and Investment
Committees of the Board.
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Bachelor's
degree in accounting, or equivalent.
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Minimum
seven (7) years of related experience in accounting with strong general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable,
payroll, income tax and banking working knowledge.
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Minimum
five (5) years supervisory experience.
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Demonstrated
understanding of GAAP.
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Demonstrated
expertise with computerized accounting systems (MS Dynamics GP preferred) and
Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & Outlook.
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Prefer
o
CPA
or CMA with auditing experience
o
Multi-unit
retail or non-profit experience
o
Knowledge
of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race,
physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
o
Language
proficiency in addition to English
o
YMCA Multi-Team Leader/Branch Leader certification
Competitive
pay and excellent benefit package includes health, dental, life and disability
insurance; 12% retirement fund contribution when eligible. Start date & relocation assistance is
negotiable.
APPLICATION
DETAILS
·
Apply
online at yemployment.org or mail cover letter and resume to 909 Fourth Avenue,
Seattle, WA 98104-1194, Attention: Human Resources Department.
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Applications
accepted through February 29, 2012.
YMCA OF GREATER
SEATTLE INFORMATION
The
YMCA of Greater Seattle is the Pacific Northwest’s leading nonprofit
organization strengthening community through youth development, healthy living
and social responsibility. The mission of the Y is to build a community where
all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest
potential in spirit, mind and body.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
- Through the Y, children, teens and young
adults of all socio-economic backgrounds develop the character traits and
skills essential for success.
- Kids learn, grow and thrive through before and
after school child care and overnight and summer day camp. Teens benefit
from youth sports, academic enrichment and leadership training.
- Young adults are strongly supported in
pursuing post-secondary education goals and exploring career options
through internships and training programs.
- People of all ages and abilities improve their
health and well-being through a wide variety of group exercise classes and
state-of-the-art equipment, nutrition consultations and guidance from
trained lifestyle coaches.
- Families build healthy lifestyles together
through parent/child programs and other recreational activities and
events.
- Children and adults at risk of chronic
diseases and conditions like diabetes and obesity find the guidance and
support they need to establish healthy behaviors.
- Financial assistance empowers our neighbors to
pursue their potential through Y programs like summer camp, facility
membership and child care.
- The Y listens and responds to critical social
needs; for example, the Alive & Free program mobilizes youth and
adults to prevent youth violence.
- Hundreds of volunteer opportunities with the Y
connect diverse groups of people, such as coaching, fundraising and ELL
instruction.
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STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY
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VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT
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CAUSE DRIVEN LEADERS (STAFF)
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Facility
Members & Participants: 190,755
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Volunteers:
9863
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Total
Staff: 3020
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Children
& Teens: 74,598 (39%)
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Volunteer
Hours: 211,385
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Full-Time: 420
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Females:
102,503 (54%)
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Association
Board: 31 members
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Non-Full-Time: 2600
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FINANCIAL RESOURCES (2010 990)
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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Total
Revenue: $62.5 Million
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Total
Assets: $152.5 Million
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Received
Assistance: 48,994 (37%)
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Total
Expenses: $22.9 Million
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Total
Liabilities: $40.6 Million
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Financial
Assistance: $19 Million
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Payroll/Benefits: $37.7 Million
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Net
Assets/
Fund
Balance: $111.8 Million
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BRANCHES & OVERNIGHT CAMPS
Auburn Valley, Bellevue Family, Coal Creek Family, Dale Turner Family, Downtown Seattle, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews East Madison, Metrocenter, Northshore, Sammamish Family, University Family, West Seattle & Fauntleroy, YMCA Camp Colman and YMCA Camp Orkila
