Financial Controller

Assignment Length: Approximately 2 Months, could be a full-time hire depending on the candidate

Employment Type: Temporary

Compensation: $45–$60/hour, DOE

A local nonprofit is seeking an experienced, hands-on Temporary Controller to support the organization's accounting and finance operations during an approximately two-month transition period.

This position will be responsible for a broad range of day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end reconciliations, account management, budgeting, payroll oversight, and audit support
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The Controller will also assist with supporting payroll processes for approximately 120 employees
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The former Controller will be available during the interim period to provide historical knowledge and assist with a smooth transition.

• Manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Perform and review month-end account reconciliations
• Manage general ledger accounts and ensure transactions are accurately recorded and classified
• Prepare journal entries and assist with the month-end close
• Monitor cash and account activity and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with organizational budgeting, forecasting, and budget-to-actual analysis
• Prepare financial reports and provide information to leadership as needed
• Oversee and support payroll processes for approximately 120 employees
• Assist with the transition and implementation of payroll processes into Paylocity
• Maintain accounting records and financial information in Quick Books
• Support annual and/or financial audit activities
  , including preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor requests
• Maintain appropriate accounting procedures and internal controls
• Ensure financial activities are handled in accordance with nonprofit accounting practices
• Work collaboratively with organizational leadership, staff, outside partners, and the former Controller during the transition
• Research and resolve accounting, reconciliation, payroll, and reporting discrepancies as needed

• Previous nonprofit accounting experience required
• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, or similar senior-level accounting professional
• Strong hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end close
• Demonstrated experience performing bank and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Experience with budget preparation and budget-to-actual reporting
• Payroll experience required; experience supporting a workforce of approximately 100+ employees preferred
• Paylocity experience strongly preferred
  , particularly implementation or payroll conversion experience
• Solid understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Ability to quickly learn existing processes and step into a transitional accounting environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and staff