Administration Unit

The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc. is seeking a Controller to manage and direct the accounting operations for the organization conforming to GAAP including the supervision of accounting personnel. The Controller will provide advice and information regarding fiscal and financial matters to the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in the Western New York Community as part of an organization providing high-quality legal representation and assistance.

Why Join Us?

• Desirable Work-Life Balance: Balance your professional and personal life effectively.
• Competitive Pay: Earn a salary ranging from $98,000 to $127,000, commensurate with your experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.
  • Generous vacation, personal, and sick time.
  • Paid parenthood leave plan
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, supplemental term life insurance, and other voluntary insurance offerings
  • Parking expense reimbursement plan, transit plan, and a flexible spending account.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness: Qualifying employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation Loan Forgiveness Program.

Distinguishing Characteristics:  

• Must be dependable, organized, and ethical
• Able to work as part of a team or independently
• Previous supervisory experience
• Strong time management with ability to multi-task and work on several projects simultaneously
• Produce detailed-orientated, accurate reporting and analysis
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Excellent computer skills
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

 Key Responsibilities: 

• Supervises and manages accounting personnel in the execution of their daily duties ensuring they have been given clear direction regarding the priority for completion of duties and have been sufficiently trained.
• Supervises and manages accounting personnel performance by providing regular feedback and coaching, and discipline when necessary.
• Codes expenses for charge off to proper contracts and monitors contract expenses to remain within budgetary limits.
• Reviews and approves all accounts payable invoices
• Authorizes purchase orders within the scope of the Accounting Manual’s definitions
• Reviews quarterly and other expense (reimbursement) vouchers for funding contracts and grants as prepared by the accounting team.
• Initiates and approves requests for advances of funds, when contracts allow.
• Reviews and approves bi-weekly payroll batches for accuracy, payment of payroll taxes and prepares all required tax reports (e.g. 941, NYS-45 and US Department of Labor Multiple Worksite Report)
• Prepares and/or reviews journal entries for income and expenses which are nonrecurring
• Responsible for monthly general ledger review and month-end close function including preparing financial statements
• Review monthly bank reconciliation as prepared by Financial Analyst
• Confers with CFO and other internal stakeholders on a regular basis to review fiscal matters.
• Prepares materials (workpapers, schedules and data requests) for annual audit by CPA firm.
• Confers with CFO, and other internal stakeholders to prepare budgets and/or review budgets prepared by other members of the accounting team.
• Reviews equipment inventory for completeness and accuracy.
• Confers with Communications and Development Manager and other internal stakeholders regarding donor drive, special events and other solicitations as well as funding opportunities.
• Performs related duties as required.

 Employment Standards: 

• Certified Public Accountant with bachelor’s degree.  M.B.A. preferred.
• Excellent writing skills, including the ability to organize factual data into clear, logical sequences.     

The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc. values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from minorities, females, disabled individuals, veterans, and individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

How to Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] or mail them to:

The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc.
Attention: Human Resources
290 Main Street, Suite 400
Buffalo, NY 14202

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. We look forward to welcoming a new member to our dedicated team.