Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting & Finance

Description We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a non-profit organization in Detroit, Michigan through a Contract assignment. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide financial reporting activities, and help maintain strong fiscal discipline across the organization. The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership in budgeting, close management, audit coordination, and grant-related financial oversight within a non-profit environment.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the monthly close cycle, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and within established deadlines.

- Prepare and review financial statements and consolidated reporting packages for leadership and external parties.

- Drive the annual budget process while supporting forecasting and broader financial planning activities.

- Partner with auditors and manage audit preparation to promote compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements.

- Administer grant-related accounting activities, including tracking funds and maintaining supporting documentation for compliance purposes.

- Apply non-profit accounting standards across daily operations to ensure reporting integrity and proper fund management.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams to refine accounting workflows and improve overall process efficiency. Requirements

- At least 5 years of accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within controllership or assistant controller functions.

- Strong background in budgeting, financial consolidations, and managing month-end close activities.

- Experience working in Microsoft Dynamics, highly preferred.

- Demonstrated experience supporting audits and handling grant accounting in a non-profit setting.

- Solid understanding of non-profit accounting principles, compliance expectations, and reporting practices.

- Effective leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and guide finance-related initiatives.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required.

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