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Job Title: Controller
Supervisor: Chief Finance Officer
Classification: Exempt
Hiring Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000
About UMOM New Day Centers: Founded in 1964, UMOM is Arizona's largest provider of services for families experiencing homelessness. Our mission is to end family homelessness by restoring hope and rebuilding lives. With an annual operating budget of $22 million dollars, UMOM provides shelter, supportive services, and housing programs to families and single women experiencing homelessness in Maricopa County. UMOM serves over 15,000 unique individuals across all our services annually, including families receiving support at the Family Housing Hub.
Position Description:
The Controller serves as the organization's lead accounting professional and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial operations. This role oversees the full accounting function-including general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, cash flow monitoring, and financial reporting-while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. The Controller provides leadership to the accounting team, manages monthly and annual close processes, prepares financial statements, and supports budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. This role also coordinates external audits, evaluates financial systems and processes, and implements improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen financial oversight. In addition to technical expertise, the Controller serves as a strategic partner to organizational leadership, translating financial data into clear insights that support decision-making. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and nonfinancial stakeholders, and long-term financial planning capabilities. This role also coordinates external audits, evaluates financial systems and processes, and implements improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen financial oversight. In addition to technical expertise, the Controller serves as a strategic partner to organizational leadership, translating financial data into clear insights that support decision-making. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and nonfinancial stakeholders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, direct and coordinateall accounting operational functions
Managethe accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidatedagencyresults
Coordinateand prepareinternal and external financial statements
Oversight ofactivities of external auditors
Providemanagement with information vital to the decision-making process
Oversight of the budget process
Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of agency assets, policies, procedures, and workflows
Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines
Evaluateaccounting and internal control systems
Evaluatethe effectiveness of accounting software and supporting database, as needed
Develop and monitor business performance metrics
Oversee regulatory reporting, frequently including compliance
Hire, train and retain skilled accounting staff
Administration and oversight of all banking and investment portals including any credit or purchase card relationships.
Help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or similar
CPA or MBA preferred, or equivalent experience
Excellent verbal and communication skills
5 years + supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP Accounting, Internal Controls, Uniform Guidance and Federal Code of Regulation
Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Compliance:
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one.
Valid Arizona Driver's License and a driving record that meets UMOM's policy requirements.
50/100 level car insurance coverage (mileage reimbursement available).
Ability to comply with and pass all required background check and drug screening requirements, including but not limited to pre-employment and random drug screening as required/requested.
Physical Activities and Working Conditions:
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative, but not exhaustive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This position is typically performed in an interior, environmentally controlled office setting. The duties of the job require extended periods of time being stationary and manipulating a computer (keyboard, monitor, mouse), and other standard office equipment including, but not limited to printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
Additional Attributes:
Willingness to embrace and actively support UMOM's culture and values.
Ability to prioritize tasks and switch quickly between responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong independent judgment, ownership of decisions, and systems-level thinking.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while being an effective team player.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and delegate appropriately.
Adaptable and resilient in the face of change, risk, and uncertainty.
Skilled at building strong relationships and collaborating across diverse teams; enthusiastic about driving data-informed change.
Strong communication skills and commitment to a trauma-informed, inclusive approach.
Work Schedule:
The typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to work early evenings and/or weekends to support the needs of the position and the organization.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Title: Controller
Supervisor: Chief Finance Officer
Classification: Exempt
Hiring Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000
About UMOM New Day Centers: Founded in 1964, UMOM is Arizona's largest provider of services for families experiencing homelessness. Our mission is to end family homelessness by restoring hope and rebuilding lives. With an annual operating budget of $22 million dollars, UMOM provides shelter, supportive services, and housing programs to families and single women experiencing homelessness in Maricopa County. UMOM serves over 15,000 unique individuals across all our services annually, including families receiving support at the Family Housing Hub.
Position Description:
The Controller serves as the organization's lead accounting professional and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial operations. This role oversees the full accounting function-including general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, cash flow monitoring, and financial reporting-while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. The Controller provides leadership to the accounting team, manages monthly and annual close processes, prepares financial statements, and supports budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. This role also coordinates external audits, evaluates financial systems and processes, and implements improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen financial oversight. In addition to technical expertise, the Controller serves as a strategic partner to organizational leadership, translating financial data into clear insights that support decision-making. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and nonfinancial stakeholders, and long-term financial planning capabilities. This role also coordinates external audits, evaluates financial systems and processes, and implements improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen financial oversight. In addition to technical expertise, the Controller serves as a strategic partner to organizational leadership, translating financial data into clear insights that support decision-making. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and nonfinancial stakeholders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, direct and coordinateall accounting operational functions
Managethe accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidatedagencyresults
Coordinateand prepareinternal and external financial statements
Oversight ofactivities of external auditors
Providemanagement with information vital to the decision-making process
Oversight of the budget process
Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of agency assets, policies, procedures, and workflows
Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines
Evaluateaccounting and internal control systems
Evaluatethe effectiveness of accounting software and supporting database, as needed
Develop and monitor business performance metrics
Oversee regulatory reporting, frequently including compliance
Hire, train and retain skilled accounting staff
Administration and oversight of all banking and investment portals including any credit or purchase card relationships.
Help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or similar
CPA or MBA preferred, or equivalent experience
Excellent verbal and communication skills
5 years + supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP Accounting, Internal Controls, Uniform Guidance and Federal Code of Regulation
Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Compliance:
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one.
Valid Arizona Driver's License and a driving record that meets UMOM's policy requirements.
50/100 level car insurance coverage (mileage reimbursement available).
Ability to comply with and pass all required background check and drug screening requirements, including but not limited to pre-employment and random drug screening as required/requested.
Physical Activities and Working Conditions:
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative, but not exhaustive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This position is typically performed in an interior, environmentally controlled office setting. The duties of the job require extended periods of time being stationary and manipulating a computer (keyboard, monitor, mouse), and other standard office equipment including, but not limited to printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
Additional Attributes:
Willingness to embrace and actively support UMOM's culture and values.
Ability to prioritize tasks and switch quickly between responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong independent judgment, ownership of decisions, and systems-level thinking.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while being an effective team player.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and delegate appropriately.
Adaptable and resilient in the face of change, risk, and uncertainty.
Skilled at building strong relationships and collaborating across diverse teams; enthusiastic about driving data-informed change.
Strong communication skills and commitment to a trauma-informed, inclusive approach.
Work Schedule:
The typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to work early evenings and/or weekends to support the needs of the position and the organization.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Controller position is now open for candidates interested in the Finance sector. This role in Phoenix offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Finance is a plus.