Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Controller

Greater Hartford County, CT (onsite to start with future hybrid flexibility)

Reference: SF0013447217

Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo — View email address on ziprecruiter.com

A well-established and mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Controller to join its growing finance leadership team. This is a newly created leadership position due to organizational growth and increased operational complexity. The role offers strong visibility to executive leadership, the opportunity to help shape finance operations, and long-term growth potential within the organization.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead day-to-day accounting and financial operations
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, billing support, and financial reporting
• Partner closely with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and strategic initiatives
• Manage audits, compliance reporting, and internal controls
• Support contract management and reimbursement-related financial processes
• Help improve processes, reporting, and operational efficiency across the finance function
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff in a collaborative environment

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Prior leadership experience within nonprofit and/or healthcare finance environments
• Experience managing complex or multi-entity accounting operations
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally
• Exposure to federal funding or grant-related environments

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Stable, financially healthy organization with strong leadership
• Newly created role with high visibility and long-term growth potential
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture with excellent employee retention
• Flexible leadership team and strong work/life balance
• 35-hour work week
• Competitive benefits and retirement package

If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above.

All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Prior leadership experience within nonprofit and/or healthcare finance environments
• Experience managing complex or multi-entity accounting operations
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally
• Exposure to federal funding or grant-related environments