Controller

Controller

Location: Staatsburg, NY Industry: Nonprofit Organization Position Type: Full-Time

Our nonprofit client is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the organization's accounting and financial operations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing the month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring strong financial controls and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, payroll, and cash management
• Manage and oversee the month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate account reconciliations
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and cash reconciliations
• Develop and maintain strong accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of the annual operating budget
• Work closely with leadership on financial planning, forecasting, and reporting
• Coordinate the annual audit and serve as a key point of contact with external auditors
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and nonprofit reporting requirements
• Monitor restricted and unrestricted funds and ensure appropriate accounting and reporting
• Oversee grant accounting and reporting, as applicable
• Provide financial analysis and insight to organizational leadership
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and efficiencies
• Support leadership with special projects and financial analysis as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• Previous Controller or senior accounting leadership experience
• Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with audits, budgeting, and financial statement preparation
• Experience with fund accounting and/or grant accounting is a plus
• Strong Excel and accounting/ERP system skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities