Finance Leadership Opportunity
Finance Department | Hybrid Opportunity | Council Bluffs, IA
Starting at $115,000 Annually (Depending on Experience)

Lead Financial Excellence. Strengthen Our Mission. Drive Organizational Success.

At Trivium Life Services, our mission is to Create Hope, Empower Lives, and Inspire Communities. Sound financial leadership is essential to advancing that mission, and we are seeking an experienced, strategic, and collaborative Controller to join our Finance team.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller oversees the organization's accounting and financial operations while ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable regulatory requirements. As a key financial leader, this position provides accurate financial reporting, strengthens internal controls, develops the accounting team, and partners with executive leadership to support informed business decisions.

If you are a collaborative accounting leader who enjoys building strong teams, improving financial processes, and contributing to organizational strategy, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Trivium Life Services?

• Starting salary of $115,000 annually, depending on experience
• Leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy and organizational decision-making
• Collaborative and mission-driven leadership team
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• Meaningful work that positively impacts individuals and communities
• Opportunity to lead and develop a talented accounting team

· Excellent Benefits Package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) contribution up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• 7 paid holidays, including up to 2 floating holidays per year
• Consistent Pay: Receive your paycheck every Friday

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for leading the organization's accounting and financial operations while ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable regulatory requirements. This position oversees all day-to-day accounting functions, financial reporting, internal controls, audits, budgeting support, and financial process improvement.

Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller serves as a strategic business partner by providing financial insight, supporting organizational planning, and ensuring responsible stewardship of the organization's financial resources.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes while ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Establish, monitor, and strengthen internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
• Coordinate the annual financial statement audit and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements, including nonprofit accounting regulations.
• Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and financial processes.

Strategic Financial Partnership

• Partner with the CFO on annual budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and organizational planning.
• Monitor cash flow and provide recommendations that support sound financial decision-making.
• Provide meaningful financial analysis and reporting to executive leadership.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and operational analysis.

Risk Management & Organizational Stewardship

• Partner with the CFO in managing the organization's commercial insurance program, including annual renewals and risk management initiatives.
• Collaborate with organizational leaders to promote responsible financial stewardship.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial efficiency, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Progressive accounting experience including financial reporting, general ledger management, month-end closing, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing accounting professionals.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• NetSuite experience.
• Previous nonprofit accounting experience.

What Makes You Successful

• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal control expertise.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical financial management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Collaborative leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Commitment to supporting Trivium's mission, vision, and values through responsible financial leadership.

About Trivium Life Services

At Trivium Life Services, our mission is to Create Hope, Empower Lives, and Inspire Communities. We are committed to responsible stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Our employees are the foundation of our success, and we strive to create an environment where people can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact.

Join our Finance leadership team and help strengthen the financial foundation that supports our mission and the individuals we serve.

Apply today to become Trivium Life Services' next Controller.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person