Controller

Competencies

• Resourceful – Understanding of or can research all applicable topics as related to modern nonprofit management, operations of an attraction and customer service.
• Leader – Demonstrated ability to lead people, organize a varied workload, set priorities and get results through others.
• Independent – Must be able to operate independently, exercise initiative and think logically and solve problems with minimal guidance.
• Communicator – Communicates clearly, both verbal and written, including presentation skills. Effective listening skills. Excellent internal and external customer service and professional communication skills.
• Critical Thinker – Ability to provide problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
•  Efficient – Must be deadline oriented, detail oriented, and organized with proven ability to work under pressure.
• Positive Team Player – Must be a positive, high performance team member and a strong team player that has the ability to establish professional working relationships.
• Quality control - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Strategist – Ability to think ahead, anticipate potential issues and plan over a multi-year time span.
• Discreet - Must be able to maintain absolute discretion regarding sensitive and confidential information.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

The finance department includes three additional positions that report to the Controller.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit and work at a desk for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and utilize manual dexterity to use computer mouse and keyboard and other office equipment.

Physical Requirements

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

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
☐ Never          ☒ Occasionally         ☐ Constantly    

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
☒ Never          ☐ Occasionally         ☐ Constantly

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
☐ Never          ☐ Occasionally         ☒ Constantly

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
☐ Never          ☒ Occasionally         ☐ Constantly

Adjusting or moving objects up to 10 pounds in all directions.
☐ Never          ☒ Occasionally          ☐ Constantly

Communicating with others to exchange information.
☐ Never          ☐ Occasionally         ☒ Constantly

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
☐ Never          ☐ Occasionally          ☒ Constantly

Operating machinery and/or power tools.
☒ Never         ☐ Occasionally          ☐ Constantly 

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
☐ Never         ☒ Occasionally          ☐ Constantly 

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
☐ Never        ☐ Occasionally          ☒ Constantly 

Driving.
☐ Never        ☒ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling –
☒ Never         ☐ Occasionally          ☐ Constantly 

Reaching with hands and arms.
☐ Never          ☒ Occasionally         ☐ Constantly 

Tasting or smelling.
☒ Never         ☐ Occasionally         ☐ Constantly

Vision
☒ Close vision;  ☐Distant vision;  ☐ Color vision;  ☐ Peripheral vision;  ☐Depth perception;  ☒ Ability to adjust focus

Lifting Requirement.
☐ > than 50 pounds    ☐ Up to 50 pounds    ☐ Up to 40 pounds    ☐ Up to 25 pounds     ☒ Up to 10 pounds

Required education and experience

• Four-year college degree in accounting, Master’s degree preferred.
• Extensive knowledge and working experience with GAAP
• Experience with standard accounting and auditing procedures
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and a working knowledge of QuickBooks
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in non-profit accounting preferred
• Supervisory Experience required

Additional eligibility requirements

• Proficient with MS Suite of software products, Excel and Word.
• Strong financial systems management experience, system administration experience preferred
• Must be insurable to drive a zoo vehicle. 
• Must be able to maintain work hours that will serve the needs of the Blank Park Zoo, including providing operational coverage and periodically working unexpected shifts. 
• Must be able to maintain calm and act professionally in all situations such as emergencies and guest interactions.
• Licenses/Certifications
• Valid Iowa motor vehicle license or ability to obtain
• First Aid/CPR Training or ability to obtain

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EEO Statement

Blank Park Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, and any other protected class as required by local, state, or federal law. We seek applicants for employment who are dedicated, hardworking and seek fulfilling employment. In return, Blank Park Zoo offers competitive income, benefits, and an excellent working environment.