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Job Title: Controller

Dept/Program: Finance/Admin

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: San Francisco, CA

Salary: $100,000-$110,000 (based on experience)

ABOUT EDC

Eviction Defense Collaborative (EDC) is the principal organization in San Francisco fighting on behalf of Low-Income tenants facing eviction and working to prevent homelessness. Each year, EDC provides free legal services, rental assistance, and shelter advocacy services to 5,000 San Francisco residents.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Controller is responsible for the accounting operations of the company, including the preparation of financial reports, maintaining an accurate system of accounting records, implementing the systems and infrastructure needed to support EDC financial objectives, and administering a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, ensure accuracy of the organization's financial reporting, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

This position requires professional level accounting work in the areas of accounting, auditing financial transactions and financial contract administration, reporting and invoicing; examines, analyzes, maintains, reconciles and verifies complex financial records; prepares mandated state, federal and county financial reports.

Primary responsibilities require the ongoing monitoring/reviewing of timely invoices for disbursement of grant/contract funds.

This position will have responsibility for aspects of the internal budgets as well as funder budgets, support the month-end close process, and is the primary supervisor to personnel who report and provide invoicing responsibilities for multiple departments, subsidy payments and A/P. The ideal candidate want will to re-fresh an finance department , is a problem-solver, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the accounting staff.
• Directly supervise, mentor, coach and provide leadership to the accounting team.
• Implement, document, and maintain adequate and effective internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with required regulations, financial standards, and donor requirements.
• Fully understand financial processes and implement changes, as needed, to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement and maintain accounting software. Ensure staff is trained on the use of the software.
• Coordinate, organize, and oversee all monthly and fiscal year-end closing activities.
• Monitor and manage external grants, cooperative agreements, and other funding mechanisms to ensure EDC complies with the terms and conditions of grants, agreements, and federal government uniform guidance as required.
• Prepare internal monthly financial statements, variance analysis, ad-hoc financial reports, and reports needed for board meetings.
• Coordinate, plan, and work with auditors in conducting grant audits and annual audits of the company.
• Prepare IRS Form 990, in conjunction with an external tax accountant.
• Manage cash balances, and cash flows and assist with cash flow forecasting.
• Maintain current accounting policies and procedures manual.
• Supervise investment accounting and be the point of contact with the back office of the external investment advisor.
• Monitor grant revenue recognition including proper deferred revenue and receivable balances.
• Manage payroll function, assuring accurate, timely payments, compliance with all regulations, and appropriate accounting.
• Monitor monthly financial reporting.
• Provide direction and assistance to other workstreams and offices regarding accounting policies and procedures.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues and serve as liaison to workstream teams.
• Assist the Finance Director with reviewing and approving financial reports to donors and reconciling them to the general ledger before submission.
• Actively support the Finance Director in the annual operating budget process and appropriate related analysis throughout the year.
• Actively support the Finance Director with the periodic forecasting process and subsequent reporting to the board of trustees.
• Assist the Finance Director with projects as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

First and foremost, the applicant must profoundly share EDC’s mission and vision of social justice and be able to manage stressful situations with empathy and calm. Below are additional qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or 4-5 years full cycle non-profit fund accounting experience.
• 2 to 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Grant Accounting experience preferred
• 2 to 3 years of budget cycle for non-profit or government entity preferred
• 2 to 3 years of payroll and/or cost account experience a plus
• Project accounting experience a plus
• Thorough understanding of GAAP requirements.
• Analytical and detail oriented yet able to look at the whole picture to meet deadlines
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities and function independently and as a team member.
• High degree of discretion and excellent judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills, both written and verbal and strict adherence to confidentiality.
• Understanding of concepts, principles and practices of funding agency relations and compliance requirements as well as donor expectations regarding gift stewardship.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, QuickBooks, databases, etc.).

CLASSIFICATION

EDC staff are represented by the National Organization of Legal Services Workers (NOLSW, UAW Local 2320, AFL-CIO). This position is not a union position and is not subject to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role may involve handling sensitive or confidential matters and requires a high level of professionalism, and the ability to navigate interpersonal dynamics with empathy and fairness are essential.

EDC adheres to health and safety protocols established by the San Francisco Department of Public Health, the CDC, and federal and state OSHA requirements.

This is a hybrid role with an expectation to be on-site the at least three (3) days per week, depending on the needs of the organization and of the RTC Clinic and Litigation teams.

EDC maintains a minimum three-day in-office policy for all employees. Staff are expected to be available and responsive via email, phone, and video conferencing during standard business hours (Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) while working remotely, and to communicate with their supervisor when attending off-site meetings or obligations. Remote work equipment and an internet/utilities stipend are provided in accordance with the needs of the role and department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Prolonged sitting/standing.
• Extensive typing/data entry.
• Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, text, and figures.
• Prolonged computer use.

COMPENSATION

Pay Range $100,000-$110,000

HOW TO APPLY

The preferred application deadline is Monday, March 9, 2026. To apply, please upload your resume and respond to the application questions. NRG Consulting Group is supporting this search. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

EDC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Eviction Defense Collaborative (EDC) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is treated fairly, regardless of background or identity.

Employment decisions at EDC are made based on organizational needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications — without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, and termination. EDC does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.