Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting and finance operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization serving communities across Colorado. This position plays a central role in guiding financial planning, maintaining strong compliance practices, and delivering clear reporting to executive leadership and the Board. Based in Denver, Colorado, the role also partners across the organization to strengthen financial performance, support sustainable growth, and improve operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

- Direct the organization's accounting and financial activities, ensuring accurate records, dependable controls, and effective day-to-day fiscal management.

- Partner with executive leadership to develop long-range financial plans, annual budgets, and regular forecasts that support organizational priorities.

- Manage government funding processes by overseeing grant budgeting, documentation, compliance tracking, and timely financial reporting.

- Supervise the financial administration of affordable housing programs in coordination with property management teams, with attention to regulatory adherence and performance outcomes.

- Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and overall working capital to help sustain operations and fund strategic initiatives.

- Lead efforts to strengthen finance systems and internal processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting quality.

- Oversee financial reporting for leadership and the Board, including statements, variance analysis, and insights into key financial trends.

- Coordinate external audits and regulatory reviews while maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards and funding requirements.

- Mentor and develop finance staff, fostering accountability, careful growth, and high performance across the team.

- Evaluate financial risk and reinforce internal controls to protect assets and support reliable decision-making. Requirements - 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or controllership roles, ideally within a non-profit environment.

- Demonstrated success leading financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance activities for a complex organization.

- Experience managing government grants and related reporting requirements with strong attention to accuracy and deadlines.

- Knowledge of accounting practices, internal controls, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance standards.

- Ability to interpret financial results and communicate recommendations clearly to executives, Board members, and non-financial stakeholders.

- Background overseeing multiple revenue sources such as donations, fundraising income, grants, or program-based funding.

- Proven leadership experience with the ability to guide, coach, and develop finance professionals.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced credentials such as CPA are preferred.

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