Deputy Controller

Job Title: Deputy Controller
Reports to: Global Controller
Department: Finance, Global Controller Group
Location: Baltimore, MD
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary grade: 12

About CRS
A leading global humanitarian and development agency, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) reaches over 130 million people across more than 110 countries, without regard to race, religion, or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, health and social services, agriculture, education, water and environment, small enterprise and justice and peacebuilding. Since 1943, we have built strong partnerships with local communities, governments, and organizations around the world, creating renowned programming and operations that produce tangible results and make us a trusted partner. Our mission is lasting transformation of individual lives and entire societies.
Job Summary
The Deputy Controller will analyze the financial status of the company and work with the Global Controller in the review of all financial reports, statements, and contro ls. This position will handle the accuracy and completeness of the organization’s accounting to be in accordance with GAAP. The Deputy Controller will ensure that internal controls are in place, enforced, and reviewed for conformance to accounting and financial standards and applicable regulations.
Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of all accounting activities. Monitor all accounts and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
• Review and analyze financial statements and provide recommendations to Global Controller regarding the company’s accounting processes and financial performance
• Provide advice and assurance on the application of existing and proposed Generally Accepted Accounting. Provide comprehensive financial updates to the Global Controller by analyzing and reporting appropriate data points
• Provide effective supervision to accounting staff by ensuring standard accounting principles are followed. Perform regular reconciliation and analysis of accounts and prepare appropriate corrective actions or documentation for having an accurate Trial Balance
• Oversee the inventory cost accounting processes related to financial activities and reporting in coordination with Supply Chain Management team
• Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflow
• Collaborate, design, implement and review finance systems, policies and procedures to ensure continuous improvement across all country programs
• Engage in FS audits by preparing the required reports and addressing to audit queries
• Guide all country programs in consistent application of accounting practices
• Train, coach and develop staff and provide constructive feedback and performance evaluations

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience.
• Minimum of 10 years accounting experience and demonstrated ability to supervise. Certified Public Accountant required
• Strong knowledge and experience in GAAP and the FASB codification
• Solid knowledge of not-for-profit accounting and U.S. Government funding regulations
• Strong finance and accounting knowledge and analytical/problem solving skills
• Strong computer skills, project management skills, process development and enhancement skills
• Demonstrated experience in building and leading teams

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and management skills
• Creativity, flexibility, highly analytical, problem solving, results orientation
• Highly proactive and able to work independently
• Responsive and service oriented
• Ability to communicate with financial and program staff on financial and accounting issues
• Ability to make formal presentations to executive groups and finance and program peers
• Strong inter-personal and group/team process skills. Collaborative and inclusive
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent presentation and listening skills
• Culturally sensitive and patient
• Shares the agency’s values and vision
• Politically savvy in introducing and gaining broad buy-in for new systems and processes
• Demonstrated commitment to organizational learning and development
• Strong motivation skills
• Willingness to work additional hours during critical implementation periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.

Agency-wide Competencies
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Builds Relationships
• Develops Talent
• Strategic Mindset
• Accountability & Stewardship

Supervisory Responsibilities – Team in Accounting/Financial Analysis and Cost Accounting Units
Key Working Relationships:

• Internal: Finance Division, Internal Audit, Regional Finance Officers, and Country Program offices

  External: Vendors, agency service providers, external auditors

  What we offer

  CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

  ***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and e xploitation.

  NOTE: All interested applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application.

  Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

  CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

  EOE/M/F/D/V – CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.