Controller (Non-Profit) 16806954
Job in
Washington, District of Columbia, 20022, USA
Listed on 2026-08-11
Listing for:
Cherry Bekaert Foundation
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-11
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Financial Controller
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Controller – Non-Profit
Location: Washington
- Maryland
- Virginia area
Work Environment: Hybrid / Remote (flexible based on candidate)
Compensation: Competitive base + bonus potential
OverviewA mission-driven, growing non-profit organization is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting operations and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership. This individual will oversee the full financial function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency across all reporting while supporting the organization’s long-term impact.
This is a highly visible role with direct interaction with senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and financial reporting
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
- Prepare and present financial statements, board reporting packages, and variance analyses
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning aligned to organizational goals
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, fund accounting standards, and nonprofit regulations
- Oversee and coordinate annual audits, 990 preparation, and external audit relationships
- Strengthen and maintain internal controls and financial processes
- Partner cross-functionally with program leadership on grant tracking, financial performance, and reporting
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including non-profit accounting
- Strong experience with:
- Financial reporting & full-cycle accounting
- Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Audit and compliance oversight
- Expertise in grant/fund accounting and nonprofit reporting requirements
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and improving processes
- Systems experience (e.g., Sage Intacct, Net Suite, or similar) highly preferred
- Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and leadership
- High visibility and direct impact on mission delivery
- Opportunity to modernize systems and strengthen financial infrastructure
- Collaborative, mission-focused culture
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