Job Description

Cooperative for Human Services Inc. is a multi-service organization that provides residential services, independent living supports, and guardianship services for people with intellectual and other related disabilities. Our mission is to empower, support, and expand the knowledge, skill, and natural capacities of the people we serve to direct and live full and meaningful lives within their community.


The Controller will report directly to the CFO and will be responsible for overseeing all the accounting operations across the organization, including functional responsibility for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, fixed assets, payroll, and audit activities. The Controller will provide technical and operational accounting guidance to ensure compliance with US GAAP and other statutory requirements. The Controller is an exempt professional who upholds and supports the organization?s mission, philosophy and values.

Responsible for financial reporting activities, including preparation of financial statements and statutory reporting; Uniform Financial Report (UFR) and 990
Responsible for all aspects of accounting activities for the Company including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, expense reporting, month-end close. Provide backup as necessary.
Oversee a timely and high-quality month-end close process, including adherence to the monthly close checklist and review of account reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts.
Responsible for the administration and preparation of all service contracts and contract amendments. Also responsible for monitoring contract usage and utilization
Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures that comply with US GAAP and local GAAP requirements.
Coordinate and manage the annual external audit process for the company?s financial statements.
Assist in the development and implementation of financial and accounting systems that will support company?s continued growth.
Oversight and management of the accounting team; ensure deliverables of self and team meet expectations.
Establish and maintain a robust and adequate system of accounting records, policies & procedures and a comprehensive set of internal controls designed to mitigate risk and enhance the accuracy of the company?s reported financial results. Identify and remediate any control deficiencies.
Identify, research, and resolve accounting issues and keep abreast of new accounting and reporting requirements established by the FASB and other governmental agencies; analyze the implications of new requirements and help determine an appropriate approach to implementation.
Other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate will have the following requirements

BS in Accounting required
CPA/MBA preferred
Experience in non-profit organizations preferred
5-7 plus years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
5+ years of experience managing a team of accounting professionals
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience with Sage Intacct preferred

How To Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your resume to Jennifer McKenna - jmckenna@masshiremsw.com who can deliver your resume directly to the hiring representative Please indicate the position that you are applying for in the subject line of the email.