Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries, founded in 1916, is one of the largest providers of rehabilitation services in the State of Ohio. Utilizing our retail store network, we generate sales revenue to support thousands of individuals with disabilities and homeless local veterans.

The Controller is responsible for the overall management of the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, supports strategic decision-making through timely financial reporting and analysis, and maintains strong accounting processes that support the organization’s mission and growth.

This role emphasizes problem solving, presenting solutions, and applying expertise to solve challenging issues. The ideal candidate must be driven by curiosity, creativity, and a relentless pursuit to process improvement.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller provides leadership to the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, exceptional customer service, and operational excellent.

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, cash management, and month-end close.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain accounting records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements.
• Monitor grant budgets, track restricted funds, and review expenses for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and maintain monthly reconciliations, billing invoices, and financial status reports for funding agencies.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with treasury management activities

• Coordinate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses for executive leadership, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders.

• Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal accounting controls.
• Ensure proper distribution of shared operational and payroll costs across VA and HUD funding streams.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and assist with STEH annual monitoring and VA SF425 reporting audits.
• Coordinate the annual financial statement audit and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements and donor restrictions, when applicable.
• Assist with preparation of Form 990 and other regulatory filings.
• Monitor accounting policies and recommend improvements to strengthen financial stewardship.

• Partner with the CFO and operational leaders during the annual budgeting process.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and provide variance analysis.
• Develop forecasts and financial models to support organizational planning.
• Identify trends and opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

• Lead, coach, and develop members of the accounting team.
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote collaboration across Finance and other departments.
• Foster a culture focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and exceptional service.

• Develop world class accounting and finance processes and champion projects for process improvement.
• Evaluate accounting workflows and implement process improvements.
• Maximize the effectiveness of financial systems and accounting technology.
• Participate in organizational projects involving financial systems, process redesign, and operational improvements.
• Support implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory changes.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience leading…