Controller

Organization Overview

Since 1906 YWCA Utah has been a voice for women, a force for change, and a place for hope. Our enduring belief is that better lives for women – all women – will lead to stronger families and communities. YWCA is Utah’s most comprehensive provider of family violence services; our programs include walk-in services and a crisis line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, children’s programs, and a vast array of supportive services. In addition to our work in the area of family violence, the YWCA also reaches out broadly into the community with offerings for every woman, including a nationally accredited child care and early education center, leadership opportunities for women at all life stages, and opportunities to participate more fully in civic life.

Mission: YWCA Utah is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Benefits – 30 hours/week or more

In addition to being a part of an organization dedicated to race & gender equity in Utah, benefits of working at YWCA include:

· Paid Parental Leave (sixteen weeks for birthing parent, eight weeks for non-birthing parent, adoptive parent, or surrogate-intended parent, and four weeks for foster placement)

· Generous package of vacation, sick, and bereavement time available to all employees (amount accrued varies based on hours/week)

· Health and dental insurance eligibility for employees, partners, and dependents

· 15 paid holidays

· Employer retirement contribution of up to 10.5% of gross annual salary when eligible

· Professional development with internal and external training opportunities

· Free CuraLinc Employee Assistance Program which provides employee support resources including access to counseling and mental health resources

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for the operational integrity of the organization’s financial statements and internal controls. This role leads the month-end close process, ensures balance sheet and income statement accuracy, oversees reconciliations, and supervises the finance team. The Controller executes financial strategy established by the VP of Finance and ensures timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting. This position includes a 90-day evaluation period, after which performance will be reviewed.

Essential Job Functions

Month-End Close Leadership

· Lead and manage the monthly close process

· Maintain close checklist and timelines

· Ensure reconciliations and journal entries are completed prior to finalization

· Review financial statements for completeness and accuracy

· Approve completion of monthly close prior to VP of Finance review

Financial Statement Integrity

· Ensure accuracy of income statement and balance sheet

· Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations

· Investigate and resolve discrepancies

· Ensure proper cutoff and reporting accuracy

Internal Controls & Compliance

· Maintain appropriate separation of duties

· Monitor adherence to financial procedures

· Identify internal control gaps and implement corrective improvements

· Support audit preparation and documentation

· Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Financial Reporting

· Support in building and consolidating monthly financial reporting packages

· Support preparation of executive materials

· Provide variance analysis and operational financial insights

Team Leadership

· Supervise Director of Finance and oversee additional 3 team members

· Establish workflow accountability and performance standards

· Maintain close schedules and expectations

· Support staff development and cross-training

Competencies & Essential Skills:

· Self-Leadership: Confident, self-directed, and able to lead high-impact initiatives with minimal supervision.

· Relationship Building: Skilled at building trust and strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including donors, community partners, and staff.

· Results Orientation: Highly motivated by performance metrics and achieving ambitious goals.

· Communication Excellence: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling messages and present information clearly.

· Flexibility: Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively; willing to work evenings and weekends as needed.

· Commitment to Equity: Strong alignment with YWCA’s mission and demonstrated commitment to anti-racism and gender equity.

· Team Leadership: Experience supervising and developing finance staff.

· Financial Management: Ability to work effectively under deadlines while maintaining strong financial integrity and controls.

· Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting systems.

· Analytical Skills: Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

· Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to financial accuracy and detail.

Qualifications

· 8–10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

· Demonstrated experience managing organizational budgets, financial reporting, and month-end and year-end close processes.

· Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, including grant tracking, fund accounting, and compliance requirements.

· Experience managing financial audit processes and working with external auditors.

· Proven ability to analyze financial data and provide strategic financial insights to leadership.

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or financial management systems (e.g., NetSuite or similar ERP systems).

· Ability to work scheduled hours on a regular basis and meet critical financial deadlines.

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required, or equivalent professional experience.

Physical/Sensory Demands

Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable office. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit for long periods of time; use computer to enter data; use telephone to converse with customers and employees; walk and stand for long periods of time; perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement. Travel to attend conferences, training, outreach and other events occurs routinely. Rarely required to lift up to 30 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

YWCA Utah is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). YWCA Utah is an equal employment opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process due to disability, it is available upon request. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Position: Controller

Hours/week: 40 hrs/week Mon-Fri 9-5

Compensation: $90,000

Reports to: Vice President of Finance

Direct Reports: 4

Internal Job Code: FIN-C

Date Posted: 3/6/2026

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