Job Description

Assistant ControllerTeam: FinanceStarting Compensation: $70,000 per year, benefits package, paid leaveReports To: ControllerDirect Reports: Finance Team Staff AccountantsFull-timePosition Summary and objectiveThe Assistant Controller is responsible for preparing a wide variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses for grantors, banks, auditors, and management. This position works with the organizations Executive Team, Finance Team, senior staff, consultants, and auditors to ensure everyone has the best possible financial information to support Coalfields mission.Essential Functions

• Ensure the organization is always audit ready.
• Administer the organizations accounting and document management systems to provide one source of the truth for financial information.
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly and annually financial closes, recording adjusting journal entries for accruals, deferrals, depreciation, payroll, etc.
• Closely supervise the finance team in inputting, coding, and reconciling source documents for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, sales, fixed assets, purchasing, and all other financial activity.
• Detect, prevent, and correct errors, mistakes, omissions, and misstatements to ensure financial information is complete and accurate throughout the organization.
• Oversee and enforce internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Maintain and adjust depreciation and fixed asset schedules.
• Prepare journal entries for the general ledger for reporting.
• Assist with forecasting and budgeting.
• Maintain and reconcile schedules of loans, amortization, and interest expense.
• Reconcile bank accounts, loans, purchase cards, employee benefits, and vendor charges to accounting system, underlying source documents, and statements.
• Identify and act on cost savings opportunities.
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures, accounting systems, and chart of accounts.
• Perform internal audits.
• Manage expense allocations to activities, projects, and funding sources.
• Support the preparation of budgets, cash flow forecasts, business and strategic plans, and other essential financial information.
• Establish procedures for custody or control of assets, records, loan collateral, or securities to ensure safekeeping.
• Help implement internal control measures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and manage relationships with key vendors and community partners to build and maintain Coalfields reputation for trust and integrity.

Competency - knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Advanced proficiency with and ability to learn accounting and spreadsheet software.
• Comfortable and experienced working in a technology-driven work environment: typing, internet research, online account and password management, learning new software and technologies, digital file and content management, computerized workflows and accounting processes.
• Excellent analytical, technical, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of accounting principles, best practices, and related software. Ability to read and interpret financial statements and prepare budgets and financial plans.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups.
• Analysis, presentation, and visualization of financial data and information
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth as a financial leader.
• Must demonstrate entrepreneurial ability and willingness to build new systems from the ground up.
• Lead, manage, and hold accountable your employees.
• Develop your team to be resilient against challenge and change.
• Patient and compassionate with people and challenges encountered in challenging socio-economic environments.

Supervisory responsibilitiesThis position will begin with a transitional period of approximately 6-12 months where supervision of Finance Team Staff Accountants shifts from the Controller to the Assistant Controller. The CFO, Controller, and Assistant Controller will co-lead the Staff Accountants during this period while training the Assistant Controller. At the end of the transitional period, supervision of the Staff Accountants will shift entirely to the Assistant Controller.Work Location and Hours of Work

• Office in Black Diamond Building 2923 Park Avenue Huntington, WV
• The normal work week is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. However, given the nature of this role - attendance at events may require work after normal hours. Coalfield allows exempt employees to request & use flextime.
• This position is expected to report to the office in-person during the first three months of employment as this is a very important time to build relationships and learn the job at the job. After this three month period, the Assistant Controller may work up to two days per week from home, subject to their supervisors approval.

Environment Conditions, Physical Activity, Physical Demands

• Light lifting (up to 25 LBS with or without accommodation).
• Must be able to drive.
• Must be able to work seated or standing at a desk and/or computer.

Travel and Transportation RequirementsThis is mainly an office job, but occasional travel within our 21-county service area is required. Candidates must provide reliable transportation to their primary work location and other locations as required. Travel expenses (excluding commutes) may be reimbursed per Coalfields policies and procedures. Coalfield has a limited fleet of vehicles and frequently carpools to minimize travel burdens on employees. A valid driver's license and annual completion of our drivers safety course is required in order to drive a Coalfield vehicle.Experience and Education

• BA/BS in accounting, finance or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting, finance, business management, or non-profit experience
• Experience in accounts payable and receivables preferred
• CPA designation preferred
• Experience working with small businesses and social enterprises preferred
• Federal grants experience preferred

EEO StatementCoalfield Development Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Other dutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Background or drug testCandidates for this position will be required to pass a drug test as a condition of employment. Candidates for this position will be required to have a background check as a condition of employment.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $70,000 per yearBenefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Physical setting:

• Office located at 2923 Park Ave. Huntington, WV 25704

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Job Type: Full-timePay: $70,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Huntington, WV 25704: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person