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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Nonprofit Controller to oversee the financial operations of our organization. This role is critical in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with nonprofit regulations, and the strategic management of funds to support our mission-driven initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in nonprofit accounting, leadership in financial planning, and a passion for social impact.
As the Nonprofit Controller, you will be responsible for managing the accounting team, preparing accurate financial statements, overseeing audits, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will work closely with the executive team to provide financial insights that guide strategic decisions and ensure the long-term sustainability of the organization.
Key responsibilities include maintaining internal controls, managing the annual budget process, overseeing grant accounting and reporting, and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting to stakeholders, including the board of directors and funding agencies. You will also play a key role in developing financial policies and procedures that align with best practices in nonprofit financial management.
The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of fund accounting, experience with nonprofit financial software, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. A CPA designation and experience with federal grant compliance (e.g., Uniform Guidance) are highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-driven finance professional to make a meaningful impact in a leadership role. If you are passionate about using your financial expertise to support a cause and drive organizational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting process
- Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial regulations and grant requirements
- Coordinate and lead the annual audit process
- Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures
- Provide financial reports and insights to the executive team and board
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff
- Oversee grant tracking, reporting, and compliance
- Support strategic planning with financial analysis and modeling
Requirements
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- CPA certification preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 in a nonprofit setting
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles
- Experience with nonprofit financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Blackbaud)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with federal grant compliance (e.g., Uniform Guidance)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have experience with nonprofit fund accounting?
- Have you managed an annual audit process before?
- Are you familiar with federal grant compliance requirements?
- What financial software systems have you used in previous roles?
- How do you ensure accuracy in financial reporting?
- Can you describe a time you improved a financial process or system?
- Do you have experience presenting financial information to a board?
- Are you a CPA or working toward certification?
- What is your experience with budgeting and forecasting?
- How do you stay current with nonprofit financial regulations?
