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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Nonprofit Controller to join our team and oversee all aspects of financial management, reporting, and compliance within our nonprofit organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nonprofit accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. As a Nonprofit Controller, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of our organization, enabling us to effectively pursue our mission and serve our community.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing the organization's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership, board members, and external auditors to ensure transparency, accuracy, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Your expertise will help guide strategic decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and enhance financial accountability across the organization.
The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders. You will also demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
Key responsibilities include preparing and presenting accurate financial statements, managing annual audits, overseeing grant and donor reporting, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and regulations. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing financial policies and procedures, monitoring cash flow, and providing strategic financial guidance to support organizational growth and sustainability.
Additionally, you will supervise and mentor finance staff, ensuring their professional development and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Your role will require proactive engagement with program managers and department heads to ensure alignment between financial planning and organizational objectives.
We seek a candidate who is passionate about nonprofit work, committed to ethical financial management, and eager to contribute to the positive impact our organization has on the community. If you have a proven track record in nonprofit financial leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and a desire to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.
Join our dedicated team and help us continue to build a financially strong, transparent, and impactful nonprofit organization. Your expertise and leadership will be instrumental in advancing our mission and ensuring our long-term success.
Responsibilities
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- Manage and oversee annual audits, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.
- Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Monitor cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting processes to support organizational sustainability.
- Ensure timely and accurate grant and donor financial reporting and compliance.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop finance department staff.
- Collaborate with program managers to align financial planning with organizational objectives.
- Provide strategic financial guidance to support organizational growth and decision-making.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit financial management or accounting.
- Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Proven experience managing audits, financial reporting, and budgeting processes.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
- Commitment to ethical financial management and nonprofit mission-driven work.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience managing financial audits within a nonprofit organization?
- How do you ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and regulations?
- What strategies do you use to effectively communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders?
- Can you provide an example of how you have improved financial processes or controls in a previous role?
- How do you approach budgeting and forecasting to support organizational sustainability?
