Controller / Director of Finance

Controller / Director of Finance (non-profit)

Location: West Palm Beach

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary

A well-established nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Controller/Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership for the organization's financial management.

As a member of the leadership team, this individual will partner closely with departmental leaders to support long-term planning, operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and organizational growth. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a collaborative leadership style and a passion for mission-driven work.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Accounting

• Direct all aspects of the organization's financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow oversight.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance and provide leadership with timely analysis, recommendations, and risk assessments.
• Ensure accurate and compliant accounting practices in accordance with applicable financial standards and nonprofit reporting requirements.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Manage banking relationships, investment accounts, and liquidity planning.
• Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with department heads and organizational leadership.
• Coordinate external audits and assist in the preparation of tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Oversee administrative operations, employee benefits administration, payroll coordination, insurance programs, and risk management initiatives.
• Support employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, personnel documentation, and offboarding procedures.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations and stay informed on changes impacting nonprofit organizations.
• Maintain confidential employee and organizational records with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting operations, financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and financial compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be a hands-on financial leader who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational oversight.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.