Are you passionate about Social Justice? Are you someone who naturally draws others into your vision for a brighter future? Are you excited about how advancing Disability Justice can create a better world for everyone?
The Arc Minnesota believes in a world where all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are valued, respected and thriving. We are looking to grow our team with visionary, talented and creative staff members who can help us achieve our mission.
If you value bringing people together around a cause, building relationships, and working with a high degree of purpose, this could the role for you! You would work alongside a passionate team, dedicated to building a welcoming world, where people with IDD have the power to change systems and society, communities are centered in justice, and all people have belonging and freedom.
If you’re excited about our mission and our work, review this job posting to learn how YOU could be a part of it!
Organization & Position Summary:
The Arc Minnesota promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, actively supporting them and their families in a lifetime of full inclusion and participation in their communities.
The Controller will manage and oversee the overall financial operations of The Arc Minnesota, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements. This includes leadership responsibilities for financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and the management of the organization's financial and accounting policies. Additionally, this position will:
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Enhance internal controls
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Manage government contracts and grants
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Support organizational strategy with actionable financial insights
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Oversee IT systems pertinent to financial operations
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Consistently demonstrate and model the Arc Minnesota values of: Human and Civil Rights, Self-Advocacy and Self Direction, Equity and Belonging, and Disability and Racial Justice.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Generous time off policies
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Remote work options
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Flexible schedules, because we understand the importance of your life OUTSIDE of the workplace
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Competitive salary, starting at $95,000 Annually
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The Arc Minnesota offers health insurance through Blue Cross / Blue Shield with an employer funded HSA (depending on plan design)
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Affordable dental insurance
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The opportunity to make a difference in YOUR community & and in the lives of Minnesotans with Intellectual and Development Disabilities
Major Responsibilities:
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Oversee daily operations of the finance department, handling both program and retail-related financial activities.
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Maintain and reconcile ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial data in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
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Enhance and enforce internal controls, documenting procedures, and recommend improvements for financial efficiency and risk reduction.
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Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
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Monitor and enforce accounting policies and procedures, making recommendations to improve efficiency and strengthen procedures.
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Coordinate the preparation of organizational and programmatic budgets and financial forecasts.
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Analyze financial data and performance against budgets, providing detailed reports and insights to the CFO.
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Manage treasury functions.
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Lead the preparation and coordination of annual audits and 990 reporting.
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Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings, including sales tax and unclaimed property reports.
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Implement and oversee systems for handling financial transactions and contracts with adherence to legal and organizational standards.
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Supervise the Finance Team to ensure timely and accurate recording of financial information.
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Provide guidance on financial and accounting issues to the finance team and broader organization.
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Attend organizational events and meetings as requested, representing the finance department.
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Support and partner with program managers, external billing agents, and the development team to align financial and operational strategies.
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Use the principles of the Disability Justice to guide day-to-day work.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required. MBA or equivalent preferred.
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5 years of progressive experience in finance required.
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2 years in nonprofit preferred.
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Supervisory experience required.
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Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate cross culturally and strengthen inclusion, diversity, and equity within the workplace.
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Experience with accounting software and excel required.
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Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and negotiation skills required.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this position. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
The Arc Minnesota is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources by phone at (952) 683-7973 or by email at archr@arcminnesota.org.