ABOUT OUR STAFF

 

 

Voted one of the
Best Places to Work
by the Philadelphia
Business Journal
2 years in a row.

At Your Part-Time Controller, we hire only skilled professionals with passion for and experience with the nonprofit sector. Many of our staff of more than 50 have CPA credentials, MBAs and advanced finance degrees.  All of them are experts in nonprofit accounting who have gravitated to us because they want to help their clients build a better world, one accounting department at a time. We strongly believe that an organization is only as good as its employees.

We also recognize that staff have lives and families outside of work. We don’t make our employees turn their lives over to the company, but rather encourage them to have a healthy balance between home and work.

We're proud to have been recognized by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work for two consecutive years -- and we're actively hiring new staff Associates for our Philadelphia, Washington and New York offices. If you’re a hard-working accounting professional who enjoys the diversity of different client experiences and the knowledge that you’re making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Eric Fraint or Jennifer Alleva.  Meanwhile, meet some of our YPTC family and see why they enjoy our work environment so much!

"When you're happy, your clients appreciate you even more...."
“This has been a wonderful year for me. I like the fact that Eric and Jen take the time to recognize that their employees may be interested in becoming involved in other parts of the organization. So in addition to being an associate, I’m now also director of Bookkeeper Technician University®, which lets me use some of my other skills. It’s very rewarding to be a part of this program and to offer this training to our nonprofit clients.

“One thing that has enhanced my work ethic is the 35-hour week. As long as I communicate openly with my clients and make sure the work gets done, my schedule can be very flexible, which makes it easier for me to juggle different aspects of my life. This is rare to find in the accounting industry: it’s been essential to me. It reduces my work-life stress and lets me be more effective – and happier – at work. And when you’re happy, your clients see it and they appreciate you even more. When all aspects of your life are getting focus, it makes you a better accountant.”
 

"It's opened a whole new world to me...."

“I had had no work background in nonprofits. All my experience had been in the private market. I’ve found this work a little bit challenging in trying to manage my schedules for several clients. But it’s opened a whole new world to me. I’ve been involved with nonprofits in my private life through hockey clubs, but seeing what my clients do for people who are disabled, or hungry, or displaced – and the sub-par wages they work for – is amazing.

“These are trying times. Funders are looking more closely at how they spend their money, and my clients are trying to stretch their dollars as best as they can. We’re trying to help them stay in existence. I’m really proud to be able to provide services to nonprofits and help them help the people they’re serving.

“It’s been a real eye-opener for me. YPTC is a family environment. Everyone is willing to help out everyone else. Eric and Jen are very considerate of your work-life balance. They’ve got a great deal of concern for the employees. I started out with three weeks’ vacation and about two-and-a-half-weeks of paid holidays, sick and personal time: no one else does that! They took a chance on me, and I’ll always be grateful for the opportunity to learn another type of accounting.”

-- Gary Williams

"We celebrate what we're doing right...."
“I originally studied actuarial science at Temple University’s Fox School of Business, but it wasn’t for me – it seemed like I was de-humanizing people into just statistics.  I switched to accounting and was much happier.  I went to work for an auditing firm and obtained my CPA license, but after going through a corporate merger I was looking to find some place with more of a family atmosphere and where I wouldn’t have to work so many crazy, taxing hours.
 
“I knew Anthony Flacco who had come to YPTC and he started telling me about it. I applied and was lucky enough to be hired in June, 2010. I love the flexibility and the ability to make my own schedule with my three clients.
 
“I had become interested in nonprofits when I was auditing them and now that I’m on the other side I just love it. I used to have clients tell me they were going to have a party after the auditors left; now I have clients tell me that having me there helping them prepare for the audit is like Christmas to them. It’s a little bit different now!
 
“I remember going to my first YPTC staff meeting and I couldn’t believe how much everyone laughed and shared their ideas. It was 100% different from what I had been used to. There’s a very strong team feeling here. Everyone is quick to respond to your personal and professional issues. They care more about me than being just another employee. Everyone helps each other out and wishes you good luck. We celebrate what we’re doing right!”

"You can reach out and people will help you...."

“I was with a large corporate firm doing audits and I had the opportunity to see that the culture at nonprofit clients was a lot different. Even though you’re still doing numbers, their type of organization made my work more meaningful. I did some research to see who was involved in the Philadelphia nonprofit world and I came across Your Part-Time Controller. I said, ‘This is a cool idea!’ and it just went from there.

“Your job happiness depends on what you’re interested in. Some of my former colleagues went the route of real estate or insurance. My interest happens to be nonprofits and their missions. I like art and creativity and volunteering, so this is a good fit for me. I have diverse clients, and I didn’t realize at first how many different types of nonprofits there are. It’s been very interesting and fulfilling!

“It’s very varied here, not just with your clients but also in the work that you do. I am always working on different projects and tasks.  I am not a stressed person and attribute that to managing my time well and not sweating the small stuff.  The support system here at YPTC is great – if you ever feel overwhelmed you can reach out and people will help you. And that gives you more time to help others, to do research and to further your professional education, all of which helps your clients.”

-- Stephanie Sobol, CPA

"The flexibility has been a godsend...."

“I like the flexibility of working part-time. I hadn’t thought about that option when I started here but with various things happening in my life it’s been a godsend. It’s great to be able to adjust my schedule when I need to.

“When I first came to YPTC, I had only worked in the for-profit world. I thought this would be a challenge but I had fabulous training in my orientation session. They put me with a manager on my first account who guided me and was always there to answer my questions when I needed help.

“I’ve learned so much. We have a staff meeting almost every month and a block training every year. There are always terrific agendas and I come out of each meeting having learned a lot.

"I love working with nonprofit clients. The staff here are all very passionate about their clients. I feel like I’m working to make the world better.”

-- Kathy Ayala

"I felt like I had come home...."

“Prior to my knowing that YPTC even existed, I had made my own career choice to use my accounting skills and business management experience to help nonprofits succeed at fulfilling their missions. I had seen firsthand that many nonprofit managers do their organizations a disservice in not understanding the value of sound financial management and analysis in doing what they set out to do. YPTC provides that value. I work with an entire staff of people now who all do what I have loved doing for years.

“When I walked into my first YPTC staff meeting I felt like I had come home professionally. I met a room full of people who want to use their skills to further the missions of their nonprofit clients. Many of us are also active in nonprofits in our spare time, more than a few of us as treasurers.

“I also admire the mission and work ethic of the YPTC leadership. Their thinking matches very closely my own philosophy about making money ethically while treating employees like partners in the success of the organization.”

"Constant attention to supporting the staff...."

“When I originally explored the option of working with YPTC it was with the notion that, in some way, I would like to do something with my career that had an element of ‘giving back’ to it.  This was after a long series of corporate and start-up ventures that were interesting, challenging and professionally rewarding, but had little if any social value.  Several years later, I can now say that I have the very best of both worlds.  I still have interesting, challenging and professionally rewarding work, but now I am doing it with organizations that do wonderful things and that truly need the help that we provide.  I may not actually be feeding hungry people, providing a rich cultural experience or helping victims of abuse, but it is as close as you can get being an accountant!
 
“But wait, there’s more.  Almost all companies will say that their employees are their most valuable assets.  Only some of them back that up with the way that they actually operate day in and day out.  YPTC is one that does.  From the interviewing process to initial and on-going training to the way we are assigned to clients and the way we execute our work there is a constant orientation and attention to supporting the staff. 
 
“So not only do I have the best of both worlds, but I have it in a supportive environment filled with dedicated professionals who happily and consistently go the extra mile for their clients.”

"They asked me what I wanted...."

“I did a lot of things in reverse. I had years of bookkeeping experience, but no college degree. I finally decided to get my degree and put all of my experience to better use. I earned a scholarship to West Chester University where I completed a BS in Professional Studies. After graduation I updated my resume on a job search website. That is where I saw Your Part-Time Controller’s ad for Bookkeeper Technicians.

“From my very first contact I knew Your Part-Time Controller was different. During my interviews, they asked me what I wanted instead of telling me what they were looking for. I remember my first day – it was 8/9/10. How convenient is that?

“My clients are located in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, which is great because I like to travel. There’s also a lot of flexibility in the hours I work, and since I am at several different clients I avoid a lot of the usual office politics. I love that my work plays an important role in assisting my clients to fulfill their missions.

“Your Part-Time Controller has awesome support. We receive training on relevant topics throughout the year and there is a large pool of knowledge among my co-workers. There is a real sense of team here. I love working at Your Part-Time Controller!”

 

"The management team encourage you to speak your mind...."

“The most appealing aspect of working at YPTC for me must be the opportunity to serve the nonprofit sector. It is extremely rewarding to work with a whole spectrum of different types and sizes of non-profit organizations.

“Although the work itself could be challenging (yet interesting), you are part of a team. Whenever there is a problem to solve, you feel strongly supported by the entire team of YPTC employees who are always willing to help. They are almost like a “knowledge bank” (that never charges you an interest or needs a bailout).

“The management team are easily approachable. Not only do they encourage to speak your mind, they make an effort to accommodate your professional needs. They empower people. The overall work environment is very friendly and gratifying. After all, there must be a reason why YPTC was voted by its employees as ‘One of the best places to work in Philadelphia.’”

– Ginger Kuczowicz

 

"We can set our own schedules...."

“I joined Your Part-Time Controller in July, 2010, after having been a controller in the private sector with publicly-traded high-tech/software firms. It’s refreshing for me to see my clients doing good work and not just interested in maximizing profits.

“I like the fact that we associates can set our own schedules based on our clients’ needs. Working with three clients over a five-day week, I can round-robin them with flexibility and adjust my schedule if one of them has an audit or a board meeting needing extra attention.

“I also like being able to go to more than one client. My three clients are about as diversified as they can get, so I get a taste of many different cultures and missions. It’s always fresh and it never gets old. I love the constant busy pace: it’s always fun and never gets boring.

“I like the way we’re all on one team. At any time, if I have a question come up that I can’t answer, I can send out an e-mail to the other associates and in 10 minutes I’ll get an answer. When my clients hire me, they hire all of us. Eric and Jen have set up an environment of people and technology that’s very supportive to us, both professionally and emotionally, and I really appreciate that.”

– George H. Stout, Jr.

"You feel like you're part of the greater mission...."

“I worked for several years at Aramark in community relations, through which I got to see first-hand how necessary nonprofit organizations are, especially in the current economy, and how important it is for everyone to support them. I have four clients now, and it’s great to work at their locations with their executive directors and staff and to build relationships with them. They welcome me into their family and make me feel like I’m a part of the team. Because of this you feel like you’re part of the greater mission and that feels really good.”

– MJ Rosica

 

 

"My friends said I looked five years younger!"

“For 15 years I had been the business manager of a very successful nonprofit child care center, with a lot of responsibilities and stress worrying about cash flow and where the money was going to come from. I was able to start at Your Part-Time Controller at three days a week at a salary and benefits comparable to what I had been earning for five days. My friends said I looked five years younger!

“Having had the experience myself of trying to meet payroll, the nice part of the job is to be able to advise my clients about their finances without having to take home the headaches.

“I love puzzle-solving. It’s been a good 10 years and a constant learning experience – it’s never dull! It’s gratifying to see the growth: I’ve seen clients grow from keeping their financial records in a shoebox to getting several rounds of capacity-building grants. This is an ideal job for someone who wants to be of real assistance in the nonprofit world – it’s a benefit added.”

– Betsey Piette

 

 

"It makes you happy to go to work...."
“I look forward to going to a different place every day. It’s a flexible way to do accounting. I like not having to go to the same office every day. I can work independently. I have eight clients and they’re each very committed to their own missions and are very wonderful to work with. YPTC prepares us well, they gave me a lot of training, and my colleagues are there if I need technical assistance. Everyone has been welcoming and dedicated to their mission. It makes you happy to go to work.”

-- Cindy Ryan

 

 

 

 

"Great opportunities for professional development...."

“I didn’t have the nonprofit sector in my background, and it’s a refreshing change to work with organizations that are interested in improving the community instead of maximizing profits. I get to work with community and political leaders in the area. I really enjoy what I’m doing now.

“I also appreciate the opportunity to create my own schedule. I have two kids, and I’m coaching them, so I really like YPTC’s philosophy of a good work-life balance. They offer a lot of good training, but every day is new training – every new client has new systems and processes, which offer great opportunities for professional development.”

– Corey Blum

 

 

"So much energy and vitality...."

“I came to Your Part-Time Controller after working in the banking industry for 20 years. My company was moving my division to Pittsburgh and relocation wasn’t an option for me and my family. I spent a year trying to figure out where I was going, and when I saw the ad for YPTC I knew this was meant to be. I had had some experience with nonprofits through my own community service work – my church, PTA, women’s clubs, and my volunteer work with Art Goes to School. I liked the flexibility of being able to work part-time so I can do other things in my community that are important to me.

“I’ve found some nice surprises along the way, such as how YPTC cares about its employees and the mission of its clients, and that they provide excellent ongoing training and support. It’s also a pleasure with how nice the staff are. They’re not just talented but they love to come to work. It’s refreshing to be among a group with so much energy and vitality who enjoy what they’re doing!”

– Amy Gheysens

 

"My clients treat me like I'm part of their team...."

“I LOVE working for YPTC because there is always something new and challenging on my ‘to-do’ list. In the past I have found that I get bored with the monotony of my ‘accountant’ role. Having more than one client keeps things interesting – and boredom is never an issue.

“Though I work for YPTC, each of my clients treats me like I am part of their team. It's the best of all worlds – while I am made to feel as though I am a part of the staff, I am left out of the office politics and gossip because I’m only there long enough to get my job done.

“Eric and Jen truly care for us as staff and are committed to providing work that we enjoy while also providing a high level of service to our clients. Our benefits have improved each year and I have been given opportunities to grow professionally, while still having the time and flexibility to be a parent and play an active role in my life, my family’s lives, and our extra-curricular activities.

“Best of all, I have the opportunity to work with several different organizations at once who are doing really important things for our communities. It’s exciting to get to play a role in these projects – and to feel like I am contributing to their missions.”

– Heidi Pelczar

"People who come to their jobs because they want to give something back...."
“I enjoy working with my clients and admire their compassion and commitment to their organization’s mission.  The commitment extends to the board members who give their time and support. As accountants, it’s easy for us to get caught up in the audit and the tax issues, but it’s a very good feeling to work with people who come to their jobs because they want to give something back, and they make you feel like you’re one of their group. The nonprofit world goes the extra mile – it draws in a good group of people. It’s a very rewarding feeling.”

"Excellent training...."

“I was initially attracted to YPTC many years ago because of the ability to work a flexible schedule that would also allow me to be involved with my children’s school and extracurricular activities (whether they liked it or not).

“Since then, I have been fortunate to be able to provide financial services for a wide variety of nonprofit organizations, each with unique and worthwhile missions. Being able to help these organizations with the many challenges they have faced over the years has been very rewarding.

“Working together with their vibrant leaders, combined with the excellent training provided by YPTC, has resulted in emotional rewards and a higher degree of professional growth that I had not experienced in organizations prior to my time with YPTC.”

– Bruce Levin

-- Judy Peakes

 

"I have never been bored...."

“I’ve worked for YPTC for 10 years, and I can't imagine working anywhere else. I can honestly say that I have never been bored! I don't have the experience of doing the same tasks month after month. I face new challenges all the time and get the coaching and mentoring needed from Eric and Jen.

“When I left on maternity leave, I was given flexibility with my return to work. I have since returned to full time but have enough vacation time that I get to spend quality time with my son. YPTC offers a great work-life balance ethic and they truly support such a work environment.

“I love working at YPTC because we truly care about helping nonprofits succeed in their missions. This, to me, is both personally and professionally satisfying.”

– Suzanne D'Angelo

 

"My clients enjoy seeing me...."

“I came to YPTC in 2009 after 12 years in public accounting, and found this work to be a lot less stressful. One of the major benefits over public accounting and auditing is that in my previous career my clients dreaded seeing me, but at YPTC they enjoy seeing me. On my birthday recently, they sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to me – that was a treat!

“I enjoy the hands-on nature of the work, and I love the variety: I’m exposed to a lot of different types of nonprofit organizations. The YPTC staff has been friendly, receptive and welcoming to me, and there’s a great mentoring program.”

– Anthony Flacco, CPA

 

"I don't feel alone...."
“I like working for YPTC because where else can an accountant get paid for every hour that you work? I don't have to work overtime with nothing to show for it. I also like 7-hour days. (I guess you can tell that I worked in public accounting for too many years.)

“I like the variety of going to different clients; it keeps things interesting. My clients are always happy to see me and they are glad I am there.

“With different clients, it is usually not possible to know everything, and that is okay because YPTC has training classes and there is always someone I can ask when I have a question. Even though I may not work with another YPTC employee on a daily basis, I don't feel alone because someone is always available when needed.”

– Vivian Fitzgerald

"Impressed with YPTC's responsiveness...."

“When I was working for a Philadelphia CPA firm, I audited a YPTC client, a nonprofit arts center for which YPTC performs the accounting functions. On my first day of the audit a YPTC staff member handed me an "audit binder" containing the financial statements, supporting schedules and all the documentation that I needed for the audit.

“I was so impressed with YPTC's work and responsiveness during the audit that when I decided to leave public accounting I sent my resume to YPTC. I now feel that I have finally landed with an organization that is a good fit for me.”

– Barbara J. Smith

 

"The best of both worlds...."

“Working for Your Part-Time Controller offers the best of both worlds. I can serve the nonprofit sector while receiving the benefits of a for-profit organization. We grow very close to the boards and management of our clients working hand-in-hand with them. For me, I like being able to serve in the nonprofit community, while having the resources that Your Part-Time Controller provides, such as training and support from a team of accounting professionals.”

– Tesa Piccioni

 

"The work-life balance is great...."

“YPTC has allowed me the opportunity to continue my career in client service. All of our clients value and appreciate the services we provide. I can’t count how many times clients have said, 'I’m glad you’re here' or, 'You’re like one of us.' Believe me, the feeling is mutual. It is rewarding to know that you are a trusted and valuable resource to your clients. I still get the variety of different clients that I had in public accounting without the stressful environment. Even though there is less stress day to day, the work is challenging and there is still room to expand your technical knowledge.

“What also attracted me to YPTC is the firm’s many professionals. We are all experienced professionals who regularly consult with each other on best practices. Personnel of all levels at YPTC have a genuine interest in each other’s success and are open to help each other achieve our own individual professional goals.

“The work-life balance is great which allows me the opportunity to spend more time with my family and to pursue personal interests. The flexibility of scheduling allows all of us to meet our professional obligations (payroll, reporting deadlines, etc.) while, at the same time, to fulfill our personal commitments like family functions, attendance at my children’s extra-curricular activities and, most importantly, date night with my wife. No wonder YPTC was recognized in the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the “Best Places to Work.”

– Ross Holgado