Controller- Nonprofit Finance

Overview

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Controller on behalf of a respected, mission-driven nonprofit organization. This is an exceptional direct-hire opportunity to join a dynamic leadership team overseeing the financial health and operational integrity of a well-established organization.

About the Role:

The Controller will lead the organization’s day-to-day accounting and finance operations while ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance processes. This role serves as a key financial partner to executive leadership, providing oversight of accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and audit coordination while supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the accounting and finance department, including staff oversight and development
• Oversee financial reporting, monthly close processes, and preparation of reports for leadership and board review
• Ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions through strong internal control systems and best practices
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger functions
• Serve as the primary liaison with auditors, banking partners, insurance brokers, and financial service providers
• Oversee the annual audit process, financial statement preparation, and regulatory filings including IRS Form 990
• Lead the annual budgeting process and provide financial analysis, forecasting, and performance benchmarking

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• 5+ years of supervisory or leadership experience managing accounting staff
• Strong experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls
• Experience preparing for and supporting external audits and regulatory compliance
• Advanced accounting software experience (Dynamics GP, Tessitura, CounterPoint, or similar systems preferred)
• CPA or CMA designation preferred; public accounting experience a plus
• Competitive salary range of $150,000 – $190,000 annually
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee events, recognition programs, and referral incentives
• Free parking and additional employee discounts and benefits

This organization is a respected nonprofit institution committed to preserving history, serving the community, and advancing educational and cultural programs. Through strong leadership and mission-driven initiatives, the organization continues to expand its impact while maintaining a commitment to operational excellence and financial stewardship.

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class.

We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.