Controller- Non Profit
Listed on 2026-11-06
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Accounting
Financial Compliance -
Management
Overview
While CSBM/FOREsight is headquartered in New York City, this position is full-time remote. CSBM currently recruit in FL, NC, NJ, NY and TX
Why Join UsWe believe our team members are our greatest company asset and value them as such! Our staff are all strong team players who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
About FOREsightFOREsight:
Building on the success of CSBM, FOREsight provides accounting and financial services to nonprofits in the education sector. This includes independent schools, after-school programs, and social service nonprofits. We are a mission-driven organization and choose to work with organizations that are advancing the education sector and empowering youth.
The Nonprofit Controller will be assigned to work with a variety of clients from both charter schools and non-profit organizations. The role serves as the Nonprofit Controller and external client lead and requires strong communication skills, project management skills, knowledge of accrual and cash-based accounting, and the ability to partner with key stakeholders. The Nonprofit Controller oversees all aspects of the finances for a portfolio of clients.
In this consulting role, the Nonprofit Controller regularly exercises independent judgment on client financial matters. Although the scope of work is different for every client, the Nonprofit Controller will be responsible for Accounting, Finance, Team Performance, and Client Consulting activities as well as Controller-level tasks, and other tasks and duties outlined below.
- Audit:
Act as a liaison between client and audit firm - Oversee preparation of audit packages
- Perform quality review and finalize audit packages before release
- Implement audit findings
- Analysis and Reporting
- Review and finalize annual budget and recommendations
- Review and finalize financial reports
- Ensure deliverables are executed to the scope of work
- Manage staffing needs for client portfolio
- Serve as the point of escalation and resolution for the client team
- Escalate changes in organizational leadership, the scope of work, and financial trends to the department leadership
- Manage multiple clients virtually
- Engage and consult with client leadership on financial strategies and initiatives
- Monitor and track financial goals for trends
- Present results of the financial analysis and make recommendations to client leadership and key stakeholders
- Participate and present at Board meetings
- Serve as the point of escalation and resolution for managers on services and delivery issues
- 8+ years of accounting, financial reporting, and financial management experience
- 3+ years prior experience managing and prioritizing the work of direct reports or project team members
- Prior experience working in a non-profit organization is required
- Prior experience working in a school or socially responsible organization is required
- Prior management of multiple projects and clients is preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Microsoft Office 365
- Proficient in Excel,
- Quick Books, Intacct, FundEZ, or similar accounting software
- Payroll Management Software (ADP, Paychex, or similar)
These competencies are specific to the Nonprofit Assistant Controller role and need to be demonstrated to achieve performance goals.
- Consulting Develop strategic relationships in support of project development/implementation, helping the client to define their needs and seeking feedback on client satisfaction.
- Critical Thinking – Make decisions and solve problems using sound inclusive reasoning and judgment. Gather and analyze information from a diverse set of sources and…
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