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Controller

Beacon Hill

Position Summary The Controller is responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day accounting operations of the organization and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role supports compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant and donor restrictions, and internal controls while partnering closely with Finance leadership, program teams, and external auditors. Key Responsibilities Oversee the organization's accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and cash management. Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements. Maintain compliance with nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP), donor restrictions, and grant requirements. Manage revenue recognition for contributions, grants, memberships, program fees, and other funding sources in accordance with applicable guidance. Oversee grant accounting, including tracking restricted funds, reconciling grant activity to the general ledger, and supporting grant reporting and compliance. Prepare and review financial reports for internal leadership, board committees, and external stakeholders. Support the annual audit and tax filings by coordinating schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor requests. Strengthen and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to support accuracy and accountability. Partner with program, development, and operations teams to ensure proper financial tracking and reporting of funded activities. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support organizational planning. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required). Progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit or grant‑funded environment. Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, revenue recognition, and financial reporting. Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate cross‑functionally. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California Residents Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting Benefits Information Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not only limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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