What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at CFS?
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Controller
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Salary: $115,000 – $130,000 depending on experience
Non-profit Industry
Overview
The Controller leads all accounting operations and financial reporting for a mission-driven nonprofit. This role ensures strong financial management, compliance, and supports leadership with clear, actionable insights.
Responsibilities
Controller
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Salary: $115,000 – $130,000 depending on experience
Non-profit Industry
Overview
The Controller leads all accounting operations and financial reporting for a mission-driven nonprofit. This role ensures strong financial management, compliance, and supports leadership with clear, actionable insights.
Responsibilities
- Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and month-end close
- Prepare monthly and annual financial statements
- Manage annual audit and Form 990 process
- Maintain internal controls and ensure GAAP compliance
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Support grant accounting and reporting
- Supervise accounting staff and partner with leadership
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 7 years of accounting experience; 3 in leadership
- Nonprofit/fund accounting experience required
- Experience with audits and financial reporting
Salary : $115,000 - $130,000