Controller

About the Opportunity

Our client, a mission oriented nonprofit organization, is seeking a Controller/Director of Accounting to lead its accounting and financial reporting functions. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, strengthening internal controls, supporting strategic initiatives, and providing executive leadership with meaningful financial insights to guide decision-making.

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting leader who enjoys combining hands-on financial management with strategic partnership across the organization.

Position Overview

The Controller/Director of Accounting will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting support, audit coordination, compliance activities, and treasury functions. The position serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records while supporting the organization's long-term financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

• Direct all aspects of the accounting function, including month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger management.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records while maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities related to payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, and cash transactions.
• Maintain a scalable accounting infrastructure capable of supporting organizational growth.

Strategic Financial Management

• Provide leadership with meaningful financial insights, trends, and recommendations to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Assist in long-range planning efforts through forecasting, cash flow modeling, and financial analysis.
• Evaluate financial performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability, and resource allocation.
• Partner with department leaders to support planning, budgeting, and financial decision-making.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Maintain a strong internal control environment designed to safeguard organizational assets and improve financial accountability.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as a primary liaison with external accounting partners.
• Oversee regulatory reporting requirements and ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with funding, reporting, and operational requirements as applicable.

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop members of the accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
• Establish priorities, improve workflows, and create efficiencies across the department.
• Serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership and key stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Progressive accounting leadership experience with responsibility for financial reporting and team management.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience overseeing audits, budgeting processes, and internal controls.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Prior experience within a nonprofit, association, membership-based, grant funded or mission-driven environment.
• Exposure to management level reporting.
• Experience leading accounting process improvements or system implementations.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Visible leadership role with regular interaction with executive management.
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy and organizational performance.
• Stable organization with a mission-focused culture.
• Blend of strategic leadership and hands-on accounting oversight. xhqgsiq
• Collaborative environment that values innovation, process improvement, and professional development.