Assistant Controller - Non-Profit
* Public accounting background with non-profit clients welcomed*
Are you an experienced accounting leader looking for a high-impact, hybrid role with a premier, highly respected organization in the Hampton Roads area? We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day financial operations across several mission-driven foundations supporting higher education, athletics, and alumni programs.
This pivotal role blends operational leadership with hands‑on accounting management (approximately 50/50). Leading a dedicated team of three accounting professionals, you will manage general ledger functions, ensure GAAP compliance, oversee financial statement preparation, and serve as a key financial partner and backup to executive leadership.
If you bring strong non‑profit or public accounting (NPO client) experience, a hands‑on "no task too small" mindset, and a passion for mentoring a team, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career with superb work‑life balance and comprehensive benefits.
Key Responsibilities- Team Leadership & Operations: Supervise day‑to‑day financial operations and mentor a 3-person team (Staff Accountant, Senior Accountant, and Financial Reporting & Training Manager).
- Financial Reporting & GL Management: Oversee month‑end and year‑end close processes, general ledger accuracy, complex reconciliations, and the timely preparation of financial statements across multiple foundation entities.
- Financial Analysis & Budgeting: Perform periodic variance analyses, assist with organizational budget development, and support financial planning.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to GAAP and non‑profit accounting standards, managing general accounting and accounts payable functions.
- Executive
Collaboration:
Serve as a trusted advisor to management and act as a reliable backup to senior financial executives.
- BS in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 4+ years of core accounting experience (GL, reconciliations, financial reporting)
- Non‑profit accounting experience (direct or via public accounting audit clients)
- Formal leadership experience of Accounting personnel
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