Controller, Finance & Banking, CFO

Description

The Controller is a key financial leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of financial reporting. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller manages accounting staff, maintains strong internal controls, ensures compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and supports strategic financial decision-making for a national organization.

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, grants accounting, and fixed assets.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Lead the monthly close process and ensure adherence to reporting deadlines.
• Analyze financial results and variances; provide insights and recommendations to the CFO.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including IRS and nonprofit reporting requirements.
• Manage the annual audit process, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Support preparation of Form 990 and other required filings in coordination with the CFO and external advisors.

• Support the CFO in the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Monitor budgets and grant expenditures to ensure compliance with donor and funding restrictions.
• Assist program leaders with financial reporting and interpretation as needed.

• Oversee accounting for grants, restricted funds, and donor-designated contributions.
• Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and compliance with grant and funder requirements.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop finance team.
• Assign work, review deliverables, and ensure cross-training and coverage.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and continuous-improvement-oriented finance team.

• Maintain and optimize accounting systems and financial software.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Partner with internal teams to support organizational growth and operational needs.
• Other duties as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience managing audits and working with external auditors.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel.
• CPA or CMA designation highly preferred.
• Prior experience in a national or multi-entity nonprofit organization.
• Experience with grants management and restricted fund accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven leadership and people management capabilities.
• High integrity and commitment to the organization’s mission.
• Exceptional organization, prioritization, and project coordination abilities.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills; comfortable working with board members, executives, and employees.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines.

• Genuine interest in people, technology, and digital equity
• Compassionate, curious, and community-minded
• Graceful under pressure and adaptable in dynamic situations
• Collaborative teammate who brings energy and empathy to every interaction
• Self-motivated and solutions-oriented thinker
• Previous networking and/or installation experience highly desirable

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a workstation
• Ability to occasionally lift or move items up to 25 pounds, infrequent lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Frequent use of computer, phone, and other office equipment
• Capability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and over digital platforms
• Frequent bending,…