Controller

Nonproft Client in the Greater Harrisburg area is seeking a Controller to oversee the their financial operations - ensuring accuracy, accountability and compliance with all applicable standards and regulations. This role manages all accounting functions including payroll administration, accounts payable and receivable processing, internal controls, and preparation for annual audits and tax filings. The Controller collaborates extensively with leadership to provide strategic financial guidance, and enhance financial controls. This position is also responsible for leading the team through organizational changes, ensures adherence to evolving regulatory requirements and reporting standards, and operational enhancements.

Additionally, the Controller manages relationships and ensures accurate transactions across partnering entities and related associations through shared services.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA required.

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in an accounting or financial role with experience with GAAP, payroll, tax, internal controls, and accounting processes.

• Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Suite and databases, and advanced functional knowledge of ERP systems. (PeopleSoft experience is a plus).

• Financial Expertise: In depth knowledge of GAAP, payroll, labor laws, tax compliance, internal control frameworks, audit processes and risk management principles.

• Audit & Controls: Experience overseeing audits and implementing/evaluating internal controls.

• Management Skills: Supervisory experience and strong organizational leadership and team management skills.

• Attention to Detail: Excellent analytical skills ensuring accuracy and precision in financial reporting and processing. Demonstrated critical thinker with sound judgement.

• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to lead cross-functionally and provide complex financial information effectively.

• Work Style: Highly motivated, proactive, results-driven collaborative problem-solver.

• Organizational Skills: Ability to strategically set priorities and oversee multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Commitment to Excellence: High standards for quality and performance.

Annual Tax, Annual Tax, GAAP Accounting, Month End Close CPA a must

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