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Finance Controller

The Sanneh Foundation · Youth Development · $11.2M budget · 205 staff · Since 2004

Why The Sanneh Foundation

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Empowers youth and unites communities through academic tutoring, social-emotional development programs, physical health initiatives, and free meal distribution to combat food insecurity.

  • The Sanneh foundation's nutrition services involve packaging and distributing meals six days a week to help close the food insecurity gap for families in the twin cities metro area.$1.7M spent in FY2024
  • The Sanneh Foundation maintains the conway community center - a thriving public space that offers diverse and free youth programming and a safe place for local youth to spend out of school time. The Foundation also offers free pro sports…$1.6M spent in FY2024
  • The Sanneh foundation's dreamline program is an academic intervention program serving low-income, under-performing students in public middle schools and high schools.$1.2M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Peers pay
$109K–$154K
$10M+ orgs, Minnesota
From the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Pays its leaders
$123K–$157K
2 officers reported
From the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$8.8M
spent in FY2023
From the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
205
employees
2,500 volunteers
From the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
85%
of spending
85% of spending went to programs.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
+6%
of revenue, FY2023
Revenue was at least expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash and securities
14.0 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
14.0 months of spending in cash.
Pt X · Ln 1–2, 11–12 · Pt IX
Latest return
FY2023
latest Form 990
The latest return is for FY2023, 3 tax years back.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 2004
Listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF

About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Job Title: Finance Controller Job Category: Finance Department/Group: Administration Job Code/ Req#: Location: Seton Travel Required: No Level/Salary Range: $68-$72k Position Type: In-office 8am-4pm HR Contact: Jade Adams Date Posted: 4/30/2026 Will Train Applicant(s): Yes Posting Expires: External Posting URL: http://thesannehfoundation.org/about-us/careers/ Description The mission of Sanneh is to Empower youth, Improve lives, and Unite communities.

Sanneh empowers youth by supporting and promoting educational attainment through in-school and after-school support, improves lives by providing programs that strengthen physical health and social and emotional development, and unite communities by advancing diversity, equity, and community well-being. Values Accountability Caring Growth & Learning Respect Adaptability Fun Position Description Values The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, compliance with regulations, and strong internal controls.

This role manages accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, and audit coordination while providing strategic financial guidance to leadership.

Role and Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Ensure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with GAAP (or other applicable standards) Analyze financial results and provide insights to support decision-making Maintain general ledger integrity and reconcile accounts Budgeting & Forecasting Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes Monitor organizational performance against budget and provide variance analysis Partner with department leaders on financial planning Analyze financial data to assess organizational performance and identify trends.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Collaborate with leadership to develop financial strategies that align with organizational goals. Provide financial insights to support decision-making and strategic initiatives. Compliance & Internal Controls Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and financial policies Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Coordinate and manage external audits and tax filings Ensure adherence to nonprofit accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Assist in the preparation for audits and support the implementation of audit recommendations, including sitting in on desk reviews.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, and liquidity Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes Optimize financial resources and minimize risk Process Improvements & Support Supervise and mentor accounting staff Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement Support cross-functional collaboration with HR, operations, and executive leadership Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve…

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About The Sanneh Foundation

From its Form 990

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