Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Controller | Nonprofit Accounting + Financial Strategy + Team Leadership

Salary: $110,000 - $155,000 per year

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Scott Dennis

A well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its finance and accounting operations and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on finance leader who understands the complexities of nonprofit accounting and is energized by the opportunity to improve financial processes, strengthen systems, develop people, and provide leadership with accurate and actionable financial information.

The Controller will oversee the organization's day‑to‑day accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, general ledger management, billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, month‑end close, year‑end close, compliance, and financial process improvement.

The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with excellent communication and leadership skills and will be comfortable working collaboratively with both financial and non‑financial stakeholders., mission‑driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its finance and accounting operations and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on finance leader who understands the complexities of nonprofit accounting and is energized by the opportunity to improve financial processes, strengthen systems, develop people, and provide leadership with accurate and actionable financial information.

The Controller will oversee the organization's day‑to‑day accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, general ledger management, billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, month‑end close, year‑end close, compliance, and financial process improvement.

The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with excellent communication and leadership skills and will be comfortable working collaboratively with both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.navigating a complex organization with multiple entities, funding sources, programs, and revenue streams.

• Mission-Driven Work:
  Your accounting expertise directly supports programs that improve people's lives.
• Meaningful Impact:
  Help ensure critical financial resources are managed responsibly and reach the programs and communities that need them.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Partner with Finance, program leadership, and organizational leaders rather than working in an accounting silo.
• Career Development:
  Gain exposure to nonprofit accounting, grants, audits, budgeting, financial reporting, and multi-entity operations.
• Variety:
  Work across multiple funding sources, entities, programs, and accounting functions.
• Leadership Opportunity:
  Mentor junior accounting professionals and contribute to process improvements.
• Stability:
  Join an established organization with a long history of serving the community.
• Benefits:
  Comprehensive health, dental, and work‑life benefits.
• Inclusive Culture:
  Join an organization committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

• Lead the organization's day‑to‑day finance and accounting operations.
• Oversee general ledger activity, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Manage and ensure timely completion of month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for executive leadership and other stakeholders.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and nonprofit requirements.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve accounting processes, policies, and procedures.
• Evaluate and improve accounting systems, infrastructure, and financial workflows.
• Lead, mentor, coach, and develop members of the finance and accounting team.
• Partner with executive leadership and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insight and support decision‑making.
• Explain complex financial information in a…