Senior Director, Controller

POSITION TITLE:  Senior Director, Controller

GROUP:                 Finance & Accounting

REPORTS TO:       Chief Financial & Operations Officer

BACKGROUND: 

Winrock is a recognized leader in international development, focusing on social and environmental issues. As a mission-driven field-based organization, we believe that sustainable development is inclusive and that complex challenges require integrated solutions. We pride ourselves on being a quality-driven organization that embraces continuous improvement in program results and processes and a culture of accountability.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Senior Director, Controller is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing all financial reporting, compliance, accounting and treasury operations, statutory filings, and internal controls for the organization. The Controller ensures adherence to U.S. GAAP, FAR, and OMB Uniform Guidance, and supports strategic decision-making by delivering accurate and timely financial data. This role is vital to the integrity and sustainability of a complex organization with U.S. federal government awards and international donor funding.

The Senior Director, Controller will supervise a team of accounting professionals and ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance with donor regulations. This is a remote position but must be based in the contiguous United States and operates on Eastern or Central time. Travel between the Arlington, Virginia and Little Rock, Arkansas offices may be required, as well as limited international travel. Preference will be given to anyone in the DC metro area. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations:

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and financial reports for management, auditors, donors, and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee all general ledger, revenue recognition, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed asset functions.
• Oversee banking relationships and supervise all treasury activities, including managing the letter of credit for government-funded projects and donor-funded projects.
• Manage investment accounting includes endowment activity, restricted asset schedules, and relationships with investment managers, custodians, and fund managers.

Compliance & Audit:

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, FAR, OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), donor, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures and ensure updates related to accounting standards and other requirements to ensure compliance.

• Serve as lead liaison with external auditors and manage the annual audit and the preparation of the Single Audit, IRS annual reporting, and related schedules.
• Monitor and implement internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.

Cost Accounting & Indirect Rates:

• Oversee indirect cost rate development and submission (NICRA), including provisional, final, and audit rate processes.
• Manage pools and allocations in Costpoint.
• Partner with project teams to ensure correct application of cost principles and billing practices.

Systems & Process Improvement:

• Manage accounting system (Deltek Costpoint) and recommend enhancements to support scalability, compliance, and efficiency.
• Lead or support ERP implementations, integrations, or upgrades as needed.

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, promoting professional development and high performance.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Strategic Support & Financial Planning:

• Collaborate with CFOO and executive team on budget development, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
• Support proposal pricing, cost analysis, and donor reporting requirements.
• Lead special finance initiatives as directed by the Chief Finance and Operations Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. CPA preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management. Previous experience as a controller is desired.
• At least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience working with U.S. government contracts and grants.
• Deep understanding of GAAP, FAR, and Uniform Guidance.
• Experience with implementing/managing accounting software. Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit and fund accounting.
• High ethical standards and commitment to compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work across diverse cultures, demonstrating cultural sensitivity.
• Analytical problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to work proactively and prioritize on a day-to-day basis to resolve issues associated with a demanding international organization.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality is essential.
• Supervisory experience of professional financial employees is required. Ability to lead a diverse team, train, and promote teamwork

The salary range for this role is set between $185,000 and $210,000, with the majority of candidates typically landing within the midpoint of this range. Winrock offers a robust benefits package including a 10% annual contribution to your 403b.

Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. Winrock recruits, employs,and compensates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability or any other basis protected by law. 
At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation.