Controller

Controller

A client of ours is looking for a Controller for a contract role to oversee all accounting, financial reporting, audit coordination, and fiscal operations for a growing nonprofit organization. This individual will play a critical leadership role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting organizational decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong nonprofit accounting experience, proficiency with Blackbaud, and a successful track record managing external audits.

Responsibilities of Controller

• Lead all day-to-day accounting and financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, donor restrictions, grant requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
• Monitor grant funding and restricted contributions to ensure proper accounting and reporting.
• Prepare and present financial reports to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Support strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives through financial analysis and recommendations.
• Supervise and mentor accounting and finance staff.

Qualifications:

Skills/Qualifications of Controller

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including experience in a leadership role.
• Nonprofit accounting experience required.
• Hands-on experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge or other Blackbaud accounting systems.
• Proven experience managing annual audits and serving as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit financial reporting, fund accounting, and grant accounting.
• Experience preparing and presenting financial information to executive leadership and Boards of Directors.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with accounting and financial management systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and mentor accounting and finance teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

If you are interested in this or similar Controller roles, please contact Bernadette Komatick at 484.254.9060 for additional information and reference JO# 03710-0013473907

Compensation

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