Assistant Controller

Location: Oakland, California

Schedule: 100% In-Office

Compensation: $58–$68 per hour (DOE)

LHH Recruitment is working with a mission‑driven nonprofit organization who are committed to serving their community with integrity, transparency, and operational excellence. We are looking for a skilled Assistant Controller to join their finance team and support the organization’s continued growth.

The Assistant Controller will play a key role in managing the day‑to‑day accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, supporting audit preparation, and maintaining strong internal controls. This position requires a hands‑on, detail‑oriented professional with nonprofit experience and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

• Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Support development of financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and grant reporting.
• Assist with annual audits and preparation of audit schedules.
• Oversee debt management tracking and reporting.
• Partner with HR and payroll teams to ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and process improvements.
• Prepare advanced financial analyses using Excel; build and maintain complex spreadsheets.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure proper allocation of expenses across grants and programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• Nonprofit accounting experience (required).
• Strong understanding of GAAP and fund accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, modeling).
• Experience with debt management and financial compliance.
• Strategic understanding of payroll processes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with Yardi (Preferred but not required).
• Familiarity with grants reporting, restricted funds, and audit preparation.

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