Controller

Summary

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for a nonprofit, lead financial reporting, compliance, and team management while ensuring GAAP and nonprofit standards are met.

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A growing nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its day-to-day accounting operations and help drive financial excellence across the organization. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring teams, improving processes, and partnering with executive leadership to support a meaningful mission.

Overview

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and the monthly close process while leading a team of accounting professionals. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting expertise, a collaborative leadership style, and a passion for building efficient financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management

Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

Prepare financial statements, management reports, and budget variance analyses

Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements

Lead the annual financial audit and coordinate with external auditors

Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning in partnership with finance leadership

Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals

Drive process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and support financial systems enhancements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA required

5–10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including nonprofit accounting

Strong knowledge of nonprofit GAAP (ASC 958) and financial reporting

Experience leading accounting teams and managing audits

Proficiency with enterprise accounting systems and advanced Excel skills (Sage Intacct experience preferred)

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Why Join?

Opportunity to lead the finance function for a mission-driven organization with a collaborative culture

Visible leadership role with direct partnership to executive management

Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, generous PTO, and professional development support

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