Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Overview

Our client, a longstanding nonprofit in the South Bay area, is seeking a Controller to lead its fiscal operations during a period of growth and modernization.

Location:

San Jose, CA. This position is hybrid, 2 days WFH, 3 days onsite.

Job Description:

This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with executive leadership, drive financial accuracy and transparency, and support a mission-driven organization serving communities across multiple counties.

• Lead and develop the fiscal department's management team across four functional areas, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and timely issue resolution.
• Direct preparation of financial and compliance reports, including reconciliations, financial statements, state claims, vendor audit reviews, and other required documentation.
• Manage multiple large-scale annual budgets, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and preventing overspending.
• Oversee cash flow management, monitor receivables, and maintain liquidity to support operations.
• Develop and review financial forecasts and budgets and present summary reports to internal leadership and governing bodies.
• Provide financial guidance to internal departments, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and fiscal processes.
• Drive efficiency through automation and innovative solutions to improve workflow and accuracy across the department.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including reporting, budgeting, and process improvement.
• Minimum 2 years of management experience overseeing multiple functional areas within a complex environment.
• Strong technical accounting skills with deep knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, and auditing principles.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across departments and present financial information to varied audiences.
• Strong ERP experience and system implementation is a plus.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience, and training; licensure and certifications; office location and other geographic considerations; and other business and organizational needs. As required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

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