About The Company
Our client is mission-driven organization that believes in using resources responsibly to create meaningful, lasting change - and they are looking for a financial leader who shares that vision.
Position Summary
The Controller will serve as a strategic financial leader, responsible for managing the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, and budgeting processes. This is a hands-on role for a mission-driven professional who thrives on building systems, improving processes, and developing high-performing teams to support organizational growth and sustainability.
Why Join This Organization
- Play a key leadership role in advancing a mission that matters.
- Collaborate cross functionally with passionate, purpose-driven colleagues.
- Help to shape the systems and culture that sustain long-term impact.
- Generous benefits
Key Responsibilities
Lead Financial Operations : Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.Own the Budget Process : Partner with leadership and program teams to develop, monitor, and manage annual and multi-year budgets.Grant Management : Ensure compliance and reporting accuracy for federal, state, and private grants; maintain strong relationships with program and development staff to align funding with organizational priorities.Reporting & Analysis : Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to support decision-making at all levels of the organization.Systems & Process Improvement : Lead financial system implementations and drive automation and efficiency initiatives across finance and operations.Team Leadership : Manage, mentor, and inspire a growing finance team; foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and collaboration.Compliance & Controls : Maintain sound internal controls, ensure GAAP compliance, and support annual audits.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including leadership roles.Demonstrated success managing budgets, grants, and audit processes within a nonprofit environment.Strong systems orientation - experience implementing or optimizing ERP / accounting systems.Proven ability to design and improve processes that scale with organizational growth.Exceptional leadership and communication skills with a collaborative, mission-driven approach.Salary : $150-175K depending on experience
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