What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Controller position at Soni?
The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, and compliance functions for a government-funded nonprofit or public agency. This role ensures adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental accounting standards, and grant compliance requirements. The Controller partners with executive leadership to maintain financial integrity, support audits, and ensure proper stewardship of public funds.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) or nonprofit standards (as applicable)
- Produce internal financial reports for leadership and board oversight
- Monitor cash flow, fund balances, and restricted funding
- Manage accounting for federal, state, and local grants (restricted/unrestricted funds)
- Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) (Uniform Guidance)
- Track expenditures against grant budgets and reporting requirements
- Coordinate grant audits and reporting deadlines
- Lead annual financial statement audit and Single Audit (if applicable)
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies
- Act as primary liaison with external auditors and government agencies
- Support annual budget development and long-term financial planning
- Monitor budget vs. actual performance and provide variance analysis
- Work with department heads on financial planning for programs
- Manage accounting staff (AP, AR, payroll, grant accountants)
- Establish and improve financial processes and systems
- Mentor and develop finance team members
- Systems & Process Improvement
- Oversee financial systems (ERP, grant tracking tools)
- Implement process improvements for efficiency and compliance
- Ensure accurate documentation and audit trails
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred)
- 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience in government, nonprofit, or grant-funded environments required
- GAAP and governmental accounting (GASB)
- Grant accounting and fund accounting
- Federal compliance (Uniform Guidance)
- Experience with audits (including Single Audit)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple funding streams
- Strong communication skills with non-financial stakeholders
Compensation: $60-75/hr
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.
Salary : $60 - $75