Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Controller in Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities:

* Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and cash management

* Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes

* Prepare and review financial statements, schedules, and management reports

* Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper classification of expenses by program, fund, grant, and department

* Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in collaboration with leadership

* Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations

* Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures

* Lead annual audit preparation and serve as primary liaison with external auditors

* Oversee preparation of required filings (e.g., Form 990) in coordination with external advisors

* Ensure compliance with grant, donor, and restricted fund requirements

* Supervise and mentor accounting staff; provide training, performance feedback, and professional development

* Foster a collaborative, service-oriented finance team culture

* Establish clear workflows, approval processes, and accountability across finance operations

* Manage and optimize accounting systems and financial tools

* Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency

* Support system upgrades or implementations related to accounting, budgeting, or reporting

* Partner with program, development, and operations teams to ensure financial alignment with organizational goals

* Provide financial guidance to leadership and department heads

* Support board finance and audit committees with financial materials and analysis

* Assist with financial planning and long-term sustainability initiatives
* CPA required

* 5+ years of nonprofit experience

* Minimum 2 years in a Controller level role

* 990 experience

* Strong Excel skill:
Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP's