Assistant Controller

Are you ready to elevate your finance career while making a direct impact on the lives of veterans? Veterans Inc. is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Assistant Controller to help drive financial efficiency and support our next phase of organizational growth. In this pivotal role, you will work side-by-side with our Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations. You will ensure absolute financial integrity, robust compliance, and the effective use of resources across the entire organization. If you are a skilled financial professional looking for a purpose-driven career, we want you on our team. This on-site position is based at our Worcester, MA headquarters facility under the general supervision of the Controller, with a Monday through Friday schedule.

Responsibilities

Oversee Daily Operations: Guide general ledger activity, journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and GAAP-compliant allocations.; Lead Financial Closings: Manage monthly and year-end closing activities, preparing accurate financial statements and discrepancy resolutions.; Manage Grant Compliance: Monitor federal, state, and private grant expenditures for adherence to Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).; Drive Budget Analysis: Conduct budget-to-actual variances, expenditure trend analysis, forecasting, and risk assessments.; Strengthen Internal Controls: Maintain robust accounting policies, secure segregation of duties, and resolve control weaknesses.; Coordinate Annual Audits: Prepare schedules and documentation for financial statements, Single Audits, and regulatory reviews.; Supervise Cash Flow: Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and authorized bank reconciliations.; Optimize Financial Systems: Identify automation opportunities to improve data integrity, reporting tools, and workflow efficiency.; Lead Accounting Staff: Supervise, coach, and train assigned personnel while promoting accountability and cross-training.; Collaborate Across Departments: Partner with HR, Development, and Operations to communicate financial guidance clearly.; Implement Process Improvements: Apply Root Cause Analysis to eliminate recurring errors and build sustainable system improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.; Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.; Experience with financial systems, audits, internal controls, and financial reporting required.; Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.; Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.

Nice to have

Master's degree or CPA preferred.; Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience preferred.; Nonprofit accounting and grant accounting experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.; Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.; $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.; Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match.; Flexible Spending Accounts.; Tuition Reimbursement Program.; Paid Parental Leave.