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Who we are - Northwest Center was founded in 1965 by mothers who had their children with disabilities turned away from public schools. They created their own inclusive Early Learning centers and wrote the first national legislation to ensure education for all children. Northwest Center went on to grow our services and create a variety of businesses to support our mission. We operate our diverse portfolio of businesses as a social enterprise: providing essential services to our customers, making a positive social impact through inclusive workforces, and directly funding our therapy, education, and employment services for people with disabilities.We are focused on our collective\u00A0North\u2014a world where all children have equitable access to education and the employment rate for people with disabilities is the same as the general population. The role itself - Reporting to the CFO, the Controller oversees the daily operation of Northwest Center\u2019s accounting department, including tax and compliance operations and reporting. This critical leadership position will provide financial reports, cost analysis data, and meaningful recommendations to the rest of the Senior Leadership Team, along with the Board of Directors and Board Finance Committee. We seek an experienced accounting professional adept at working within complex financial environments and committed to ensuring the resources of Northwest Center are deployed efficiently and effectively. Position:\u00A0ControllerLocation:\u00A0RentonSalary: $135,000 to $151,000 per yearBenefits:\u00A0 Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage!), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance\u00A0\u00A0 Generous Paid Time Off benefits Additional Floating Holidays, Parental Leave, Paid Compassion Leave, and Paid Holidays Retirement 401(K) with a company match Employment Assistance Program (EAP), including six free therapy sessions per year Opportunity to become a mentor through NWC\u2019s Mentorship Match program Physical Wellness Reimbursement Program Student Loan Contribution ProgramCheck out the entire list of benefits Northwest Center has to offer here:\u202Fhttp://www.nwcbenefits.comKey Responsibilities: Overseeing the operations of the accounting department of approximately 12 individuals. Development of financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results. Drive the continual improvement and efficiency of finance processes in service to internal and external clients. Consolidate multi-divisional financial statements in accordance with the latest GAAP guidance. Prepare regular financial reporting packages, performance summaries, and ad hoc reports for Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors. Lead preparation and documentation of state, local, and federal tax returns. Work with auditors to ensure all entities comply with tax requirements and ensure accurate and timely completion of all local, state, and federal tax filings. Oversee and manage financial, payroll, 401K, federal & state tax audits, including management of independent and government auditors. Lead continuous process improvement over accounting operations by partnering with operations managers. Support tracking and reporting of operating metrics on divisional business operations. Other responsibilities and functions as appropriate to fulfill Northwest Center\u2019s mission. About You: This is a senior-level role for a motivated finance leader who brings a depth of capability and proven achievement through experience (10 years of hands-on, progressive accounting and managerial experience at the level of Assistant Controller). The ideal candidate has exceptional interpersonal skills, enjoys collaboration, and values working with a diverse team. Successful experience working in either a multi-company, multi-division, or multi-department environment.Prior experience working with several billing systems, including medical and federal contracting. Adept with the Microsoft Office Suite. MBA, CMA, CPA, or equivalent experience. Microsoft GP Dynamics experience is \u00A0Northwest Center is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please get in touch with us at\u00A0jobs@nwcenter.org. \u00A0\u00A0At Northwest Center, we do not just accept diversity and inclusion \u2014 we celebrate, support, live, and flourish in it to benefit our employees, the community, and our clientele. We believe that our strength lies within our diversity and the forward motion toward a day when people of all abilities can learn and work together.We believe that curiosity and critical thinking are essential to the dialogue and improving decision-making, planning, resource allocation, and how we treat others. Our goal is to create and implement more equitable practices, policies, and culture.\u00A0To be equitable means to value and respect individuals from all cultural backgrounds, genders, races, identities, and abilities. Northwest Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veterans\u2019 status.\u00A0

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