Controller

Global Nonprofit

Controller | $160K–$185K Bonus

Location: Arlington, VA

Role Overview

• Seeking a seasoned Controller to lead global accounting operations for a well-established, mission-driven organization with an international footprint.
• This is a highly visible leadership role partnering closely with the CFO to strengthen financial operations, modernize systems, and support a growing global organization.
• In this role, you will:
• Oversee global accounting operations including month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll oversight, grants accounting, and audit coordination
• Ensure accurate GAAP-compliant financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls across a multi-entity environment
• Partner closely with the CFO and senior leadership to provide financial insights, operational support, and strategic guidance
• Lead improvements to financial systems, including continued development and optimization of the ERP platform
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and manage relationships with external auditors and advisors
• Oversee grant and program accounting to ensure expenditures align with funding requirements and program budgets
• Develop and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and financial processes across the organization
• Manage and mentor accounting and finance staff while helping build scalable systems and processes

Qualifications

• CPA required
• 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles
• Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred
• Nonprofit accounting experience, including grants accounting
• Experience managing financial statement audits and working with external auditors
• NetSuite or Intacct or comparable ERP experience
• Ability to work cross-functionally and support global or multi-entity operations
• Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative, mission-driven environments