Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide steady financial leadership for a growing organization in Silver Spring, Maryland. This Long-term Contract position will focus on strengthening accounting operations, improving confidence in financial reporting, and preparing the organization for a successful year-end audit. The ideal candidate will bring sound judgment, hands-on technical expertise, and the ability to bring structure and consistency to a finance function during a period of change.Responsibilities:• Lead preparation for the fiscal year audit by organizing schedules, reconciling key accounts, and helping ensure supporting documentation is complete and accurate.• Oversee the month-end close process, reviewing entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports to confirm timely and reliable results.• Evaluate federal grant accounting activity to verify compliance, proper classification, and alignment with reporting requirements.• Review the accuracy of overall financial statements and identify areas that require correction, clarification, or stronger controls.• Provide guidance on appropriate accounting treatment for current and prior-period activity so records can withstand audit review.• Use QuickBooks Online to monitor ledger activity, assess reporting integrity, and support clean, well-documented financial operations.• Help stabilize the accounting function by introducing consistent processes, advising stakeholders, and supporting continuity within the finance team.• Analyze high-growth financial activity related to increased property sales and ensure transactions are reflected correctly in the books.