Comptroller

Edith Wharton Restoration, Inc. - The Mount, Edith Wharton Cultural Center The Mount is a vibrant cultural center inspired by the life and work of American author Edith Wharton (1862-1937), set among her historic home and gardens in Lenox, Massachusetts. Here, history, literature, and nature come together to spark ideas, creativity, connections, and meaningful cultural experiences. Position Summary The Comptroller, in coordination with the Executive Director, oversees the organization\'s accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial management. The Comptroller leads day-to-day finance activities, supports planning and reporting, maintains strong financial controls and compliance, and provides financial insight to organizational leadership. The position also supports the implementation, migration, integration, and ongoing improvement of the organization\'s financial systems and technology. Necessary Skills - Strong nonprofit accounting and financial management skills, including fund accounting, grants, GAAP, restricted funds, and applicable federal and state compliance requirements. - Sound accounting and financial judgment, with the ability to analyze financial information and make informed recommendations. - Strong technological aptitude and proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Excel, electronic workflows, financial reporting systems, and related technology tools. - Ability to learn, navigate, and support the implementation, migration, integration, and ongoing improvement of accounting and financial systems. - Ability to review and validate financial data, system-generated reports, reconciliations, and data transfers for accuracy and completeness. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify discrepancies, investigate system or process issues, and develop effective solutions. - Ability to maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal controls, improve processes, and meet established deadlines. - Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and collaborative communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with staff, leadership, vendors, consultants, and external partners. - Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing systems and processes, and work with integrity, initiative, reliability, and attention to detail. Personal Values and Characteristics - High integrity, sound judgment, dependability, and attention to detail. - Self-motivated, organized, and committed to continuous improvement. - Collegial, collaborative, accessible, and confident. - Effective communicator and consensus-building leader with a bias toward action. - Commitment to The Mount\'s mission and strategic plan. Education and Experience - Seven or more years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including nonprofit or fund accounting experience. - Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field required; MBA or CPA preferred. - Experience with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Excel, accounting software, and financial reporting systems required. - Experience with financial system implementation, migration, conversion, integration, or upgrades preferred but not required.