Controller will provide direct support to the accounting team and other elements of the AFSA staff.
Core Responsibilities
Maintain accounting systems, procedures, and methods to ensure accurate recordkeeping, account reporting, and general ledger management.
Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger, focusing on membership dues and other revenue streams.
Prepare monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations, investment analyses, and account reviews, promptly resolving discrepancies.
Prepare weekly cash forecasts and manage cash batching in the AMS.
Assist with the preparation of the annual audit.
Develop, implement, and maintain internal financial controls, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and manage risk.
Serve as the staff liaison to AFSA committees and networking groups as assigned.
Support the CFO in creating annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with strategic objectives.
Assist the CFO with special financial projects, analyses, and reporting as needed.
Supervise and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Perform additional financial and administrative duties as needed to support organizational goals.
Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised at any time with or without notice.
Location and Travel
This is a full-time, in-office position based at AFSA’s headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Requires attendance at the office five days per week.
Travel is required 3–4 times annually for conferences, each lasting 3–5 days
Benefits
AFSA offers a competitive starting salary based on experience and expertise, excellent health benefits, 401K plan, a monthly commuting stipend and a collegial and collaborative work environment with the opportunity for career development opportunities. Salary range $85,000 - $100,000 commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Danielle McLean, VP and Chief Financial Officer at dmclean@afsamail.org.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
Experience: 4–6 years of experience in nonprofit or trade association sectors, with demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and accounting systems.
Skills and Competencies:
Strong self-management and results orientation, with the ability to set realistic goals, monitor progress, and achieve objectives in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and work effectively under pressure in a collaborative setting.
Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, ensuring high-quality output across various projects.
Commitment to Quality: Consistently upholds high standards of work and quality assurance.
Compliance: Adherence to AFSA’s Data Confidentiality, Security & Privacy Policy, and other workplace rules is mandatory.
Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions.
Founded in 1916, the American Financial Services Association (AFSA) is the primary trade association for the consumer credit industry, protecting access to credit and consumer choice. Our mission is to promote safe, ethical lending to responsible, informed borrowers and to improve and protect consumers’ access to credit. AFSA provides the consumer credit industry and the consumers it services with a voice in Washington, D.C., where the association is headquartered, and access to the media and investment community. It also provides policy advice and issues management at both the federal and state levels.
