Controller

Controller

Stryker Johnston Foundation

 

Department: Operations
Category: Full-time, Exempt

 

About Stryker Johnston Foundation

 

• The Stryker Johnston Foundation (SJF) is a private family foundation founded by Ronda Stryker and Bill Johnston in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

• For nearly 30 years, SJF has partnered with organizations working to strengthen thriving, equitable communities.

• SJF invests in organizations working to end intergenerational poverty in Kalamazoo County through a relationship-centered philanthropy model rooted in equity, trust, and long-term partnership.

• The Foundation is governed by a five-member family Board and supported by a staff of seven.

 

Position Overview

 

• The Controller is a Manager-level position within the Operations Department, reporting to the Director of Operations.

• The role oversees finance operations, financial planning, controls, payroll, audits, reconciliations, compliance, insurance schedules, reporting, and relationships with external accounting partners.

• The Controller serves as the primary finance operations leader supporting organizational effectiveness, accountability, and scalability.

 

Responsibilities

 

Budget Development & Financial Planning

 

• Manage the annual organizational budget process with leadership and department heads.

• Develop budget templates, timelines, assumptions, and planning guidance.

• Consolidate departmental budgets into a comprehensive organizational budget.

• Review budget submissions for completeness and alignment with organizational priorities.

• Monitor budget performance and prepare variance analyses and financial forecasts.

• Support department leaders with budget management and resource allocation.

• Prepare budget reports, forecasts, and projections for leadership and the Board.

• Monitor cash flow.

• Support scenario planning and financial modeling.

• Maintain budget administration systems and reporting tools.

• Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities.

 

Financial Records & Reporting

 

• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

• Prepare recurring financial reports, analyses, and dashboard forecasts.

• Manage bank and financial reconciliations.

• Maintain reporting schedules and calendars.

• Improve financial reporting processes and operational efficiency.

 

Accounts Payable & Financial Administration

 

• Manage payroll processing and reporting.

• Oversee accounts payable, invoices, payments, and vendor administration.

• Manage banking relationships and financial service providers.

• Administer contracts, payment schedules, renewals, and compliance requirements.

• Coordinate contract documentation with staff, vendors, and consultants.

• Manage vendor onboarding and records.

• Coordinate grant payment scheduling, tracking, and reconciliations.

• Partner with the Information Systems & Grants Manager on grant reporting and audit readiness.

 

Audit, Tax & Compliance Administration

 

• Manage annual audit preparation and coordination.

• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and accountants.

• Coordinate audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

• Support preparation of IRS Form 990 and related tax filings.

• Monitor compliance with financial policies and procedures.

• Maintain financial controls, insurance schedules, and documentation.

 

Grantmaking Compliance & Financial Review

 

• Review applicant financial statements, audits, and IRS Form 990s.

• Evaluate budgets, financial controls, and accounting systems.

• Assess organizational capacity to manage grant funds.

• Identify financial and compliance risks.

• Confirm proposed expenses meet Foundation guidelines.

• Conduct financial due diligence.

• Monitor grant disbursements and grantmaking financial records.

• Provide recommendations regarding financial viability and risk.

 

Qualifications

 

• 7–10 years of progressive finance or accounting experience required.

• Nonprofit, private foundation, or mission-driven experience preferred.

• Experience with budgeting, reporting, audits, compliance, and financial administration required.

• Experience working with auditors, accountants, financial institutions, and boards preferred.

• Experience strengthening financial controls, policies, and systems preferred.

• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills.

• Proficiency with accounting systems, spreadsheets, and financial software.

• Commitment to confidentiality, stewardship, collaboration, continuous improvement, inclusion, and professionalism.

 

Nature & Requirements

 

• Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan with a flexible work schedule.

• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ET.

• Occasional on-call availability may be required.

• Role involves cyclical deadlines, extensive computer use, and handling confidential information.

 

Compensation & Benefits

 

• Salary: $145,000–$196,000, based on qualifications and experience.

• Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid leave.

• At least two weeks of annual Collective Rest & Reflection office closures.

• 11 federal holidays.

• Medical, dental, vision, wellness stipend, and 401(k) matching.

 

How to Apply

 

• Email a resume and cover letter to jobs@strykerjohnstonfoundation.org.

• Use the subject line: Controller.

• Applications accepted through August 1, 2026.

• Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process.