Controller, Nonprofit

We are partnering with a mission driven national nonprofit organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting.

• Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, month end close, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain strong internal controls and oversee balance sheet reconciliations
• Improve accounting processes, workflows, and systems to drive efficiency and scalability
• Oversee revenue recognition, grants accounting, donor restricted funds, and cost allocations
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high performing accounting team
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and succession planning
• Partner with executive leadership to support organizational priorities and strategic initiatives
• Lead annual external audit process and preparation of supporting schedules
• Oversee tax filings including Form 990 in partnership with outside advisors
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, federal funding requirements, and internal policies
• Support fraud risk management, documentation retention, and financial governance practices
• Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Oversee cash flow reporting and liquidity planning
• Maintain relationships with banks, financial institutions, and investment partners
• Provide reporting and financial insights to leadership and board committees
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 5 years in leadership
• CPA strongly preferred
• Nonprofit accounting experience highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, audits, and financial reporting
• Experience with grants, restricted funding, and compliance reporting preferred
• Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and communicate with senior leadership
• Advanced Excel skills and strong ERP systems experience required
• Experience with NetSuite preferred

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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