Controller
Covenant House Georgia, Atlanta, GA, United States
As the Controller you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management and accounting operations of the organization. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and efficient execution of accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and audit processes.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will serve as a tactical leader who works closely with program and department leaders to monitor budgets, manage grant compliance, and maintain financial accuracy and operational discipline. Over the course of your first few months, you will help manage our ERP systems migration (from Lawson to NetSuite), providing crucial oversight to this critical finance project (experience in ERP financial system integration, migration or enhancement a big plus).
Your work will directly support our mission to end youth homelessness as we know it today.
This is an onsite position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of general ledger activity
Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for all balance sheet accounts
Monitor cash balances and prepare regular cash flow updates
Review and analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide explanations to the CFO
Ensure proper classification of restricted and unrestricted funds
Prepare financial reports required by grantors, funders, and external stakeholders
Support or oversee new ERP financial system integration and enhancement, including updating policies and procedures)
Drive automation of manual processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
Accounts Payable
Oversee daily accounts payable operations, including invoice coding, approvals, and timely payment processing
Ensure expenses are properly allocated to programs, departments, and funding sources
Review and approve check runs, ACH payments, wire transfers, and credit card reconciliations
Maintain vendor files and resolve invoice discrepancies
Monitor AP aging and manage payment schedules to support cash flow
Enforce purchasing policies and internal controls
Accounts Receivable
Oversee billing and invoicing for grants, contracts, and program services
Ensure timely submission of reimbursement requests and supporting documentation
Oversee cash receipts processing and accurate posting to the general ledger
Reconcile donor contributions and grant receipts in coordination with the Development team
Ensure compliance with revenue recognition standards and grant requirements
Budgeting & Forecast Support
Coordinate annual budget preparation with department leaders
Maintain budget tracking tools and monitor departmental spending
Assist the CFO with financial forecasts and reforecasts
Identify budget variances and work with managers to address issues
Compliance, Audit and Controls
Maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance and internal control integrity
Prepare audit schedules and serve as primary contact for auditors during fieldwork
Ensure timely completion of Form 990 and other regulatory filings in coordination with external providers
Monitor compliance with federal, state, and grantor financial requirements
Maintain documentation supporting grant expenditures and restricted funds
Leadership and Supervision
Supervise accounting staff
Review work for accuracy and completeness
Provide training and cross‑training to ensure coverage and continuity
Establish clear procedures and accountability within the Finance Department
Organizational Support
Participate in staff and leadership meetings as directed
Provide financial information and support to program leaders as needed
Coordinate financial reporting requirements with the parent organization
Support the CFO with Board reporting materials as requested
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Experience managing AP, AR, general ledger, and audit preparation
Proficiency with accounting software, NetSuite (Lawson preferred) and advanced Excel skills
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
Effective communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Adept at quickly building relationships both internally and externally; demonstrated ability to build consensus on a cross‑functional basis
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience
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Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will serve as a tactical leader who works closely with program and department leaders to monitor budgets, manage grant compliance, and maintain financial accuracy and operational discipline. Over the course of your first few months, you will help manage our ERP systems migration (from Lawson to NetSuite), providing crucial oversight to this critical finance project (experience in ERP financial system integration, migration or enhancement a big plus).
Your work will directly support our mission to end youth homelessness as we know it today.
This is an onsite position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of general ledger activity
Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for all balance sheet accounts
Monitor cash balances and prepare regular cash flow updates
Review and analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide explanations to the CFO
Ensure proper classification of restricted and unrestricted funds
Prepare financial reports required by grantors, funders, and external stakeholders
Support or oversee new ERP financial system integration and enhancement, including updating policies and procedures)
Drive automation of manual processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
Accounts Payable
Oversee daily accounts payable operations, including invoice coding, approvals, and timely payment processing
Ensure expenses are properly allocated to programs, departments, and funding sources
Review and approve check runs, ACH payments, wire transfers, and credit card reconciliations
Maintain vendor files and resolve invoice discrepancies
Monitor AP aging and manage payment schedules to support cash flow
Enforce purchasing policies and internal controls
Accounts Receivable
Oversee billing and invoicing for grants, contracts, and program services
Ensure timely submission of reimbursement requests and supporting documentation
Oversee cash receipts processing and accurate posting to the general ledger
Reconcile donor contributions and grant receipts in coordination with the Development team
Ensure compliance with revenue recognition standards and grant requirements
Budgeting & Forecast Support
Coordinate annual budget preparation with department leaders
Maintain budget tracking tools and monitor departmental spending
Assist the CFO with financial forecasts and reforecasts
Identify budget variances and work with managers to address issues
Compliance, Audit and Controls
Maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance and internal control integrity
Prepare audit schedules and serve as primary contact for auditors during fieldwork
Ensure timely completion of Form 990 and other regulatory filings in coordination with external providers
Monitor compliance with federal, state, and grantor financial requirements
Maintain documentation supporting grant expenditures and restricted funds
Leadership and Supervision
Supervise accounting staff
Review work for accuracy and completeness
Provide training and cross‑training to ensure coverage and continuity
Establish clear procedures and accountability within the Finance Department
Organizational Support
Participate in staff and leadership meetings as directed
Provide financial information and support to program leaders as needed
Coordinate financial reporting requirements with the parent organization
Support the CFO with Board reporting materials as requested
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Experience managing AP, AR, general ledger, and audit preparation
Proficiency with accounting software, NetSuite (Lawson preferred) and advanced Excel skills
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
Effective communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Adept at quickly building relationships both internally and externally; demonstrated ability to build consensus on a cross‑functional basis
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience
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