Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a non-profit organization in Washington, District of Columbia on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will take ownership of the close process by validating core balance sheet activity and delivering accurate, timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, hands-on knowledge of non-profit accounting practices, and the ability to prepare complete financial statements with related disclosures.

Responsibilities:
• Review and reconcile bank activity to confirm cash balances are complete, accurate, and properly recorded.
• Analyze prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and other key balance sheet accounts to ensure correct period-end reporting.
• Prepare and finalize trial balance support needed for the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Produce complete financial statements, including required notes and disclosures, in accordance with applicable reporting standards.
• Support audit readiness by organizing schedules, documentation, and account analyses for external review.
• Monitor general ledger activity and resolve accounting discrepancies that could affect financial reporting accuracy.
• Apply non-profit accounting principles to transactions, reporting, and presentation requirements.
• Utilize the Priority financial system to manage reporting workflows and maintain reliable financial data, when applicable.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience preparing full financial statements and related disclosures.
• Strong background in bank reconciliations, trial balance review, and balance sheet account analysis.
• Hands-on expertise with prepaids, accruals, and period-end close activities.
• Prior experience supporting audit preparation and assembling accounting documentation.
• Knowledge of non-profit accounting standards and financial reporting practices.
• Ability to work independently in an interim Controller capacity while meeting reporting deadlines.
• Experience with the Priority financial system is strongly preferred.

Compensation

$60.00-$85.00 Hourly

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