Controller- Non Profit

the company is headquartered in NYC; this position is REMOTE.We operate in FL, NC, NJ, NY and TX.

Why Join Us?

AtCSBM/FOREsight, we believe in the power of finance to drive change! We partner with mission-driven nonprofits—independent schools, after-school programs, and social service organizations to provide top-tier accounting and financial services.

the company:
Charter School Business Managementbelieves every child deserves a quality education. Recognizing the potential of the charter school movement to remedy our country’s educational inequalities, we are dedicated to empowering the charter sector with financial education, services, and resources. Our clients work tirelessly to provide great opportunities for the students they serve, and we are committed to helping them succeed!

• Afully remote role with a dynamic, entrepreneurial team.
• Work with multiple clientsmaking a real impact in education.
• A culture that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

The Nonprofit Controller will be assigned to work with a variety of clients from both charter schools and non-profit organizations. Therole 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 Controlleroversees 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.

• 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.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, , Quick Books, Intacct, FundEZ, or similar accounting software, Payroll Management Software (ADP, Paychex, or similar)

• Career Growth – Work with industry leaders & expand your expertise.
• Competitive Compensation – Including a discretionary annual bonus.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision &…