Controller, Finance & Banking, CFO

Job Details

Job Location:

Goodwill Headquarters - Chattanooga, TN 37416

Position Type:
Full-time

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00/year

• Support Chattanooga Goodwill’s Mission, Vision, and Values through consistent actions and decision-making.
• Maintain agency, employee, and participant confidentiality.
• Attend duties punctually and dependably.
• Financial Management:
  Oversee day‑to‑day financial operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger; develop and implement financial policies and procedures; monitor cash flow, budgeting and forecasting; provide regular financial reports to CFO and stakeholders.
• Accounting and Reporting:
  Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit standards; manage the year‑end audit process and maintain complete records.
• Compliance and Internal Controls:
  Establish and maintain strong internal controls; monitor changes to accounting standards; collaborate with the VP of Finance to ensure company‑wide policy adherence.
• Strategic Financial Planning and Analysis:
  Support the VP of Finance with long‑term planning, forecasting and strategic decision making; conduct financial analysis and modeling for new initiatives and grant proposals; provide insights and recommendations to drive growth.
• Grants and Contracts:
  Oversee financial management of grants and contracts, including budgeting, reporting and compliance; collaborate with Workforce Development staff to track grant‑funded activities.
• Team Leadership and Development:
  Lead the accounting team, supervise, train and mentor staff; conduct performance evaluations and set goals; promote continuous improvement and leverage technology to streamline operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; a master’s degree or CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years nonprofit financial management experience with progressive responsibility.
• Excellent knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Deep understanding of nonprofit financial operations, including revenue recognition, expense allocation, fund accounting, and financial statement analysis.
• Knowledge of nonprofit‑specific accounting software and tools; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel).
• Familiarity with nonprofit regulations such as Form 990 filings, IRS requirements for tax‑exempt organizations, and grant compliance.
• Experience managing financial aspects of government contracts, grants, and donor‑funded programs.
• Familiarity with financial management best practices and trends in the nonprofit sector.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to interpret complex financial data and provide meaningful insights.
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and evolving nonprofit environment, demonstrating flexibility, resilience and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Dental and vision insurance (company paid).
• Basic life insurance – 1.5 times salary (company paid).
• Primary care through Text Care (company paid for household).
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, disability insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Medical insurance and health savings account.
• Generous paid time off (up to three weeks in the first year).

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants and internal transfers will receive consideration without regard to race (including hairstyle/texture), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.