Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges
Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
EducationNon-profitWellness
Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is a nonprofit community organization serving people across the Oranges region of New Jersey through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility programs. Its branches and camps offer child care, preschool and early learning, school-age care, summer camps, swim lessons, lifeguard certification, youth and adult sports, fitness classes, personal training, and wellness services. The organization also provides mental health and veterans wellness support, financial assistance, volunteer opportunities, and community events. Its work spans education, recreation, and wellness, bringing together teams who support individuals and families at different stages of life.

Senior Nonprofit Controller

Lead accounting, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls for the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges. Partner with the CFO to steward finances across a multi-location nonprofit.

Description

  • Oversee general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll coordination, and balance sheet activities
  • Manage accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
  • Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules
  • Maintain records in line with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
  • Prepare and review internal financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules
  • Assist the CFO with financial analysis, variance explanations, and trend reporting
  • Track and report restricted and unrestricted funds
  • Design, implement, and maintain internal controls
  • Ensure compliance with regulations, grant and contract terms, and organizational policies
  • Lead annual audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors
  • Support risk management and ongoing improvements to accounting controls and procedures
  • Guide and provide technical support to accounting and finance staff
  • Coordinate with HR, Operations, Development, and leadership on financial alignment and compliance
  • Support cross-functional initiatives, new programs, system enhancements, and organizational growth
  • Oversee financial systems and reporting tools
  • Identify and implement process improvements
  • Maintain and update accounting policies, procedures, and documentation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • CPA or advanced degree preferred
  • At least 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including nonprofit or fund accounting
  • Experience leading audits and managing financial close processes
  • Experience in a multi-location or complex organization preferred
  • Strong command of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, and financial close processes
  • Ability to establish and enforce effective internal controls and compliance practices
  • Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and offer actionable insights
  • Ability to lead, mentor, and support staff while maintaining high performance standards
  • Proficiency with accounting systems and process improvement
  • Commitment to ethical financial management, transparency, and the organization’s mission

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Prescription coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Legal plan
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility
  • 403(b) plan
  • Employee assistance program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Discounts on Metro Y programs
  • Complimentary YMCA facility use
  • Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

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