Finance Controller, Fraternity and Housing

Location: Hybrid, Indianapolis, IN

Application: Please submit a resume and cover letter to our Chief Financial Officer, Courtney Williams at cwilliam@deltasig.org.

Salary and Benefits:

$75,000 base (or commensurate with experience) with bonus potential
Health and dental insurance
Unlimited PTO (subject to supervisor approval)
401k retirement plan with 4% employer match
Technology reimbursement

Position Summary:

The Controller will be key in supporting the fraternity’s financial operations, overseeing accounts
receivable and accounts payable functions, and implementing a member-based billing model.
Additionally, the Controller will manage all accounting functions related to our Housing
Corporation, supporting property management, billing, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
This role is ideal for an experienced accountant interested in a dynamic nonprofit environment
with growth potential. The Controller will have the opportunity for career advancement; this
position may also expand to include oversight of finances for all entities, including our
Foundation.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Management:
- Oversee fraternity accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely and
  accurate processing of member dues, vendor payments, and other financial
  transactions.
- Implement and manage a member-based billing model to streamline the dues
  collection process.
Housing Corporation Accounting:
- Manage all financial aspects related to the Housing Corporation, including budget
  tracking, property-related expenses, lease payments, and revenue collection.
- Prepare and monitor financial statements, ensuring compliance with all
  applicable accounting standards.
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Fraternity and
  Housing Corporation.
- Analyze financial data to provide insights on cash flow, revenue, and expenses,
  aiding leadership in data-driven decision-making.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Collaborate with leadership to develop annual budgets and projections for both
  the fraternity and Housing Corporation.
- Provide regular updates on budget performance, highlighting variances and
  proposing adjustments as needed.
Compliance and Internal Controls:
- Maintain internal controls and accounting policies, ensuring compliance with
  GAAP, state, and federal regulations.
- Manage audit and tax preparations and provide documentation as needed for
  external auditors.
- Define processes and tracking to assist with management of Group Exemption
  and resources to assist Chapters and other stakeholders in completing their 990
  obligation.
Future Growth Opportunities:
- As the lead accountant retires, this role has the potential to expand within the
  finance team, potentially overseeing accounting across all entities, including the
  Delta Sigma Phi Foundation.
- Contribute to strategic financial planning and growth initiatives as the
  organization evolves.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
5+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, ideally within a nonprofit
or association.
Familiarity with fund accounting principles and nonprofit-specific accounting software
(e.g., QuickBooks, Blackbaud, Salesforce/Chapter Spot, Bill Highway).
Strong understanding of accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.
Experience in property or real estate accounting, preferably within a housing or
membership organization, is a plus.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualities:

Ability to work collaboratively with staff across multiple departments and entities.
Demonstrated commitment to nonprofit work and organizational mission.
Experience in implementing or transitioning billing systems is highly desirable.