Controller

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting. This role plays a critical leadership function within the Finance Department, supporting a complex nonprofit environment that includes public and private funding sources, real estate assets, and a large, mission-driven workforce.

The Controller partners closely with the CFO, program leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure strong internal controls, compliance with regulatory and funder requirements, and scalable financial systems that support organizational growth and sustainability.

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Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

· Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, cash management, and month-end/year-end close.

· Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.

· Manage restricted and unrestricted fund accounting across multiple funding sources (government contracts, grants, donations, and program revenue).

· Support the CFO in budget development, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.

Compliance, Audits & Internal Controls

· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) for government funding.

· Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors; coordinate annual financial audits and preparation of Form 990.

· Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure financial integrity.

· Oversee grant and contract financial reporting, billing, and audits, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Real Estate & Asset Management

· Oversee accounting and reporting for real estate assets, including owned and leased properties.

· Manage fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, capital expenditures, and lease accounting.

· Partner with operations and facilities teams on financial aspects of property management and capital projects.

Leadership & Team Development

· Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team; set clear performance expectations and promote continuous improvement.

· Establish efficient workflows, policies, and procedures to support a large, multi-department organization.

· Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with HR, Programs, Development, and Operations.

Systems & Process Improvement

· Oversee financial systems and accounting software; recommend and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

· Drive process improvements and documentation to support organizational growth and evolving compliance requirements.

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Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

· Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.

· Demonstrated experience in nonprofit accounting, including fund accounting and government funding compliance.

· Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting requirements.

· Experience managing audits and working directly with external auditors.

· Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a complex organizational environment.

Preferred

· CPA or CMA designation.

· Experience in a mid-to-large nonprofit ($20M budget) or similarly complex organization.

· Experience with real estate or fixed asset–intensive organizations.

· Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems commonly used in nonprofits (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Financial Edge, or similar).

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Key Competencies

· High attention to detail with the ability to think strategically

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Collaborative leadership style with a service-oriented mindset

· Commitment to the mission and values of a nonprofit organization