Florida Community Loan Fund (FCLF) is seeking a Controller to manage the general accounting, financial reporting, audit activities, and asset management requirements of the organization, and to support the CFO on special projects.

Interested candidates should email their resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. along with a cover letter which specifically outlines experience in the following areas:
     • experience in non-profit general accounting; number of years and position(s) held;
     • experience in grant-fund accounting; number of years and position(s) held.

In the e-mail subject line, please note you are responding to the Controller position. Applications must include a cover letter containing the above information to be considered. No phone calls please.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Manage the general accounting operations and functions for the organization, ensuring that processes and procedures are in compliance with standard GAAP account regulations and organizational policy including review/authorization of Accounts Payable vouchers, oversee payroll processing, generate month-end/quarter-end journal entries and adjusting entries and lead the preparation of financial statements.
• Coordinate audit activities. Produce documentation as requested by auditors and provide assistance and expertise to respond to questions.
• Lead the preparation of tax reporting documentation and submit to management for review and filing.
• Assist with the development and preparation of the annual budget. Prepare presentations for the Board of Directors related to budget approval.
• Provide risk management services. Review insurance policies for coverage limits and renewal dates and make related recommendations to ensure that assets are not at risk beyond coverage levels.
• Perform analysis of financial data, review for performance of loan capital and loan portfolio operating revenue. Analyze periodic changes and report on trends, variances and causes.
• Perform periodic cash flow forecasting and investment performance analyses, and develop reports for management.
• Support investor relations and perform financial reporting where investors require standardized compliance reporting documentation.
• Manage post-closing New Markets Tax Credit asset management including compliance reporting, partnership and borrower servicing, and partnership distributions. Coordinate tax and audit reports, and review, verify, and release wire transfers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• A minimum of 5 years or more in nonprofit and grant fund accounting.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Proven success in a nonprofit controller or similar role.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking abilities as well as ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Experience in treasury/cash management.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks.
• Advance expertise in Microsoft Excel and other Office Programs.
• Experience in handling confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers the unique opportunity to join an innovative organization with the vision and expertise to make a difference in disadvantaged communities throughout Florida.

• A competitive compensation package
• Very generous vacation and sick leave benefits
• 403(b) plan with employer-paid contributions
• Opportunities to work with a dedicated team who are driven to aid distressed communities

The Florida Community Loan Fund (FCLF) is a growing non-profit lending institution providing capital and expertise to make projects successful and help organizations improve lives and communities throughout the Sunshine State. Since 1994, our financing has helped more than 120 borrowing organizations succeed in their projects, providing over 33,000 Floridians annually with housing or social services through 200+ lending transactions to projects totaling over $670 million. Our success over the years has resulted in a recent strategic plan that emphasizes growth over the next 5 years, which will allow FCLF to reach out to even more underserved communities in Florida, as well as increase our staff.

Florida Community Loan Fund, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.