Controller

NOW CFO Positions YOUR NEXT CAREER in accounting starts here Open Positions Open Permanent Hires Accounting Doesn’t Have to Be Boring — Work With Us! At NOW CFO, we have built a reputation as talented management consultants and financial analysts with an entrepreneurial spirit and focus. We bring these qualities to our clients to help create continued success and growth. Our team’s partner with our clients to create this success. Our team mentality has created bonds with our clients who are widely valued throughout the business world. Key Benefits of Working at NOW CFO Career Development Programs Your growth is our priority. Access tailored training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities to take your career to the next level. Competitive Salaries & Bonuses We reward your expertise with competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses, ensuring your hard work pays off. Award-Winning Workplace Culture Join a team that’s recognized for its inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture—where everyone’s contributions matter. Generous PTO Benefits We believe in work-life balance. Enjoy generous paid time off and great benefits offered to you and your family. Position: Controller Consultant Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-Time, On-site Location: Columbus, OH Compensation: $130,000-$140,000 NOW CFO is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller Consultant to join our Columbus, OH team. In this role, you'll provide financial expertise and guidance to businesses, partnering with client companies to develop and implement financial strategies, improve financial performance, and manage financial risk. We're looking for Controller-level accountants with experience across multiple industries, preferably manufacturing, construction, non-profit, and healthcare. Non-profit industry experience is required. We value candidates with a strong background in financial management and relevant certifications. The ideal candidate excels in high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and finance activities, including financial reporting and payroll oversight. Success in this role requires in-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience with risk management, ensuring compliance with accounting regulations while helping the business maximize profits and mitigate risk. Responsibilities Develop and implement financial strategies Provide financial analysis and forecasting Manage financial risks Improve financial performance Implement financial controls Provide guidance on financial matters Requirements Non-profit industry experience required Grant reporting experience required QBO experience preferred Strong Excel skills Adaptable and flexible Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently Bachelor's degree in finance or related field What NOW CFO Can Provide Competitive compensation Career growth opportunities 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance © 2026 NOW CFO, LLC. All Rights Reserved. NOW CFO is not a CPA Firm. Our values reflect our commitment to our teams nationwide Journey Enjoy the Journey Passion Excellence Growth Dedication Communication Professionalism Commitment Focus Discipline Accountability Reliability OUR TEAM Bodi Braithwaite – Regional Partner Sana Sundrani – Partner StateAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict Of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingState Accounting SupportBookkeeping SupportCFO SupportController SupportData WarehousingPlacement ServicesOther #J-18808-Ljbffr Now CFO