Controller

Open Date: 3/10/2026

Job Overview

The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) is seeking a Controller to join our team. The position reports to the Senior Vice President of Human Resources and works with the management team to successfully execute financial responsibilities for the organization. The controller position is accountable for the accounting operations of the organization, to include the production of monthly financial reports, maintenance of the system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the organization’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure Proper Recording of Accounting Transactions and Timely Payment of Obligations
  • Responsible for all aspects of the general ledger, AR, AP, and fixed assets, including:
    • Process accounts payable invoices for payment
    • Process accounts receivable invoices, maintain collections and post payments
    • Prepare general journal entries
  • Ensure compliance with all financial policies of the organization.
  • Ensure that all business transactions are recorded correctly and accurately
Prepare and Monitor Budgets and Prepare Forecasts for the Organization
  • Prepare reports, which summarize and forecast GPEC business activity and financial position in areas of income, expense, pledges, and other funding
  • Advise senior management on budget variances and financial adjustments necessary to meet goals and budget, meet monthly with management team
  • Monitor cash flow and execute bank account reconciliation, and cash forecasting
Prepare Accurate and Complete Financial Statements and Reports for GPEC Management and Leadership
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly and execute the month end close and financial statements
  • Ensure adherence to all applicable accounting laws and the preparation of financials according to GAAP
  • Prepare reports for board executives, finance, and audit committees
Ensure Regulatory Compliance and Annual Audit Preparation
  • Ensure preparation of work papers for annual audit of company’s records and accounts
  • Assist third-party auditor in the preparation of all company tax returns; that they are accurately completed and submitted timely to the relevant agencies
  • Prepare any other reports required by regulatory agencies
  • Ensure all company and accounting records are maintained and kept according to applicable law
  • Oversee all financial, project/program and accounting needs related to awarded grants; ensure that expenditures are consistently aligned with grant and program budgets throughout the grant/fund period; collate financial reporting materials for all awarded grants.
Requirements, Qualifications and Desired Traits
  • A minimum of seven years’ experience in accounting including full financial statement preparation
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA certification
  • Non-profit accounting experience preferred
  • Grant management experience preferred
  • Proficient in QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting program
  • Experienced in expense and bill paying platform
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Programs such as SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, Outlook, or equivalent programs
  • Experience working in a team-oriented environment and with board level executives
Application Information

Salary range is dependent on experience & offers a full range of benefits. Qualified candidates should respond by sending a cover letter and resume with salary history via email to jobs@gpec.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

About the Greater Phoenix Economic Council

For over three decades, Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), alongside our 22 member communities, Maricopa and Pinal Counties, and more than 200 private investors, have been driving economic diversity, resilience and smart growth in one of America’s fastest-growing markets. Our public-private partnership model enables us to represent the broad economic base and opportunities in the region worldwide and consult global companies on location decisions.

As a globally recognized leader in economic development, we work tirelessly to attract and grow quality businesses and advocate for Greater Phoenix’s competitiveness. Over the past 36 years, we’ve helped more than 1,075 companies establish or expand their presence in Greater Phoenix, creating nearly 195,000 new jobs and generating over $76.5 billion in capital investment for our region.

GPEC and Greater Phoenix remain steadfast in embracing change and seizing new opportunities, and at the heart of our mission is competitiveness — an unwavering commitment to anticipating and addressing the demands of the future economy. To ensure sustained regional success, we’re focused on enabling smart growth and advancing prosperity for the people of Greater Phoenix by driving high-value investment and growth for local, national and international businesses with an eye to the industries of the future.

Browse our website or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube to learn more about our organization and mission.

GPEC Values
  • We exist to serve and enhance our community.
  • We are committed to excellence in execution.
  • Our ability to innovate, collaborate and adapt sets us apart.

GPEC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national, social or ethnic origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.