Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Controller Position

We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a non-profit organization in Albany, Oregon through a critical period of financial oversight and audit readiness. This long-term contract position is expected to run at least through March. The person in this role will provide hands-on leadership across audit coordination, accounting review, process documentation, and staff support while helping strengthen financial operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead preparation efforts for multiple audit cycles, including finalizing outstanding audit activities and organizing materials for upcoming reviews.
• Partner closely with external auditors to address requests, clarify financial records, and keep the audit process moving efficiently.
• Assess historical accounting practices from recent years to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and opportunities for stronger financial controls.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting workflows, internal procedures, and reporting practices.
• Document key finance processes and create clear procedural guidance to support consistency across the team.
• Provide training and day-to-day guidance to newer staff members to build confidence and improve accuracy in accounting operations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and reliable financial results.
• Support fund accounting activities within a non-profit environment, maintaining accurate records and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Use Net Suite and Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data, reconcile accounts, and support audit and closing activities.