Venice Community Housing Corporation

CONTROLLER

VCHC seeks an experience Controller to manage the organization's accounting activities including the oversight of the company assets.  Develop and implement and maintain accounting systems of internal control, policies and procedures.  Compile reports and analyze accounting data for internal management, outside funding sources, government agencies and VCHC's auditor.  Supervise the accounting staff and ensue timely billing of government grants.  This is a full-time exempt position.  The Controller reports to the Executive Director. 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop, manage, and maintain financial procedures and internal controls.
• Mange cash including preparation of cash flow projections.
• Prepare and analyze periodic financial statements and budget variances reports for managers and for the Board of Directors.
• Monitor expenditures and prepare reports for outside funding and government agencies.
• Responsible for accurate and timely completion of routine accounting functions including bank reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, weekly payroll and monthly grant billing.
• Oversee the integrity of general ledger including monthly account reconciliation and general ledger analysis.
• Set up audit schedules in a timely manner and act as the primary contact for VCHC's outside auditors.
• Prepare annual budgets in conjunction with the Executive Director and other Program Directors.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in accounting and a minimum of seven years experience managing the Finance-Accounting department of a non-profit organization.  Experience with government contracts required.  Advanced knowledge in Excel and QuickBooks, computer skills, including word processor, databases, and property management software. 
Exceptional analytical and management skills, detail-oriented, and excellent verbal and written communication required.
Must pass a criminal, credit, and driving background checks.  Valid California license and current vehicle insurance required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job frequently requires sitting for extended periods of time entering data into a computer and handling objects with hands.  Job occasionally requires standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Vision requirements: ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

SALARY
Commensurate with experience.  Benefits include medical, dental, vacation, sick time, 12 holidays and 2 personal days.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Send your resume with a cover letter describing your qualifications and salary requirements to the Director of Operations at:

Venice Community Housing Corporation, 720 Rose Avenue, Venice CA 90291
Email: jobs@vchcorp.org
Fax: 310-399-1130
NO PHONE CALLS! Inquiries without cover letter and salary requirements will NOT be considered.

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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS BOARD MEMBERS

Venice Community Housing Corporation is seeking young professionals to become members of a Young Professionals Board that will raise awareness and support for VCHC’s vital services by organizing fund and friendraising events throughout the year. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated and philanthropic-minded young professionals in their 20’s and 30’s to network, practice leadership, and help others reach their full potential in life.

If you are interested in becoming a Young Professionals Board member, please click here for an application and send it with a resume to marlies@vchcorp.org or VCHC, Attn: Marlies Kovenock, 720 Rose Ave., Venice, CA 90291. If you have any questions, contact Marlies Kovenock at (310) 399-4100 ext. 103 or marlies@vchcorp.org.