Job Description

Gemma Services is a large, non-profit organization, providing behavioral health, special education and social services in Montgomery, Philadelphia and Delaware counties. Gemma has been providing services since 1859 and continues to expand the continuum of care to accompany individuals of all ages experiencing challenges. The main offices, including Finance, are located on a picturesque 36-acre campus in Plymouth Meeting.

The Controller is responsible for the oversight of all accounting, financial reporting, and financial compliance functions of the organization. This role ensures the integrity of financial information, supports strategic decision-making, and maintains compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, government and county funding requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

The Controller will have the fulling responsibilities:

• Support financial reporting and accounting operations for both Gemma Services and the Gemma Foundation, by analyzing monthly financial statements; preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll-related journal entries; overseeing accounts payable operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal controls; participating in annual financial statement audits and tax filings, and assisting in the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls and financial reporting processes.
• Budgeting and Planning, by assisting the CFO with special projects and financial analyses; supporting the development and implementation of departmental goals aligned with the organization’s annual operating plan and contributing to the preparation and monitoring of the annual operating budget.
• Compliance and Risk Management, by ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies; promoting compliance with internal policies and procedures related to risk management, financial controls, and organizational integrity
• Staff Management, by providing direct supervision and leadership to accounting staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development.

Education/Training: A bachelor's degree in accounting required.

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years' progressive accounting experience is required, with 10 or more years preferred.

Location: This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with a minimum expectation of two days on-site per week. Additional on-site presence may be required during the year-end audit, for special projects, or as dictated by organizational needs

Benefits include 3 health insurance plans (including one at no cost to the employee), 2 dental plans, educational assistance, a retirement plan with a match, fully paid life, short and long-term disability, generous PTO, personal holidays, and self-care activities for our employees.

Come experience what it means to be part of an organization that strengthens children and families!

Gemma is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at HR@gemmaservices.org.