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About BRIC:
BRIC is a leading arts and media institution anchored in the Downtown Brooklyn Arts District whose work spans contemporary visual, music and performing arts, media, media education and civic engagement action. For over forty years, BRIC has shaped Brooklyn’s cultural and media landscape by presenting and incubating artists, creators, students, and media makers. As a creative catalyst for their community, BRIC ignites learning in people of all ages and centralizes diverse voices that take risks and drive culture forward. BRIC builds Brooklyn’s creative future.
About the Controller Role:
BRIC seeks a Controller will be responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting and reporting activities. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will be involved in supporting presentations to the board finance and audit committee and will work closely with the senior leadership team. The Controller will lead all day-to-day finance operations of a budget of $17MM and supervise a team of 1-2 staff members including functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and grants administration.
What You’ll Do in the Role:
The Controller will be responsible for the following in addition to any other project as assigned by their manager, the Chief Finance Officer:
- Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead all accounting functions including net assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, investment tracking, fixed assets, cash management, bank reconciliation and general ledger accounting.
- Maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and program budgets and actual expenditures.
- Coordinate all audit activity, 990s, month end close, reconcile all accounts on a monthly basis.
- Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership abreast of the organization’s financial status.
- Ensure that the organization has the systems and procedures in place to support effective program implementation and conduct flawless audits.
- Work closely with program leaders and their staff, not only to educate them regarding finance and accounting procedures but also to explore how the finance function can support program operations.
- Partner with the CFO, senior leadership, and the human resources (HR) and information technology (IT) staff to enhance and better integrate finance, HR, and IT functions.
- Oversee 1-2 full time staff.
You’ll Bring these Skills and Strengths to the Role:
- Mission & Values Alignment: A passion for BRIC’s support of the arts in Brooklyn and a deep commitment to building community, igniting learning and making change through the arts and creativity.
- Qualifications:
- CPA is highly preferred.
- 5-7 years of nonprofit accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years senior finance management role.
- Experience with Sage Intaact, preferred.
- Good judgment; capable of evaluating alternative methods to achieve quality outcomes.
- High level of accountability, responsibility, and dependability; results- and solution-oriented.
- A positive attitude, self-discipline, and self-awareness.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, ability to think outside of the box.
- Dedication to process, procedures, and documentation.
- Ability to structure tasks and balance competing priorities and multiple stakeholders.
- Strong communication, both in person and through modern tools and platforms.
- High level of interpersonal skills, integrity, and respect of confidentiality.
- Experience managing a team with an ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent.
- Focus on the big picture, seeing beyond individual responsibility.
- Exceptional collaboration skills.
- The successful candidate will possess these skills and attributes:
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on listening, collaboration and respect and an enthusiasm for coaching others.
- Deep knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) for nonprofits.
- Excellent judgment, self-direction, and creative problem-solving.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Belief in BRIC’s mission.
Other Things to Know:
- Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 - $115,000.
- Status and location: This is a full-time, exempt role based in our Brooklyn office.
- Benefits: BRIC has a comprehensive benefits package, including: paid time off, 403B retirement plan, pre-tax transit cards, medical flexible spending plans and more. BRIC currently pays 100% of the premium for employee medical, dental and vision coverage starting on the first of the month after 2 months of employment.
- Mission & Values: BRIC is committed to building Brooklyn's creative future. We advance opportunities for visual artists, performers, and media makers. We present bold work that reflects diverse audiences and speaks to the world. We ignite learning in people of all ages. We unite Brooklyn through art and creativity to build community and make change.
How to Apply:
All applicants must submit a resume together with a cover letter outlining the ways in which their skills and experience align with our specific needs via our online application portal found here on our website. Candidates of color and from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.
BRIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot be used as a basis for an employment decision.
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