National Controller

About the Organization Founded in 1992, After‑School All‑Stars provides free, daily after‑school programs to school‑aged youth in school sites all across the U.S. Our vision is for our All‑Stars to be safe and healthy, graduate high school, go on to college, find a career they love, and give back to their communities. Job Type Full‑time About the Role After‑School All‑Stars with a budget of $30‑$35M seeks a results‑driven National Controller, a key member of the Finance team, to lead the organization’s audit, manage multiple finance/accounting staff, oversee multi‑state grants and compliance, and ensure/advise on relevant policies. The Controller will report to the Executive Vice President of Finance. The role requires 7‑10 years of nonprofit experience, a CPA, and A‑133 single audit experience. The position is in‑person in Los Angeles (Monday‑Thursday) with remote Fridays. Responsibilities Own the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency. Prepare and oversee GAAP‑compliant financial statements and supporting schedules. Maintain integrity of the general ledger and all core accounting functions. Oversee preparation of income statements and key financial reports.Ensure appropriate revenue recognition, cost allocation, and expense classification. Lead the annual audit and Single Audit (A‑133). Serve as point of contact for external auditors. Maintain continuous audit readiness, including documentation, schedules, and controls. Strengthen and enforce internal controls, policies, and procedures. Partner with HR on 403(b) audit and compliance requirements. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and grant‑specific requirements. Oversee financial management of multi‑state government, foundation, and corporate grants. Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and compliance for restricted and unrestricted funds. Strengthen systems for grant reporting, documentation, and audit support. Provide guidance on financial aspects of grant management across the organization. Serve as internal lead for Financial Edge, including structure, reporting, and troubleshooting. Oversee and improve integration between Financial Edge and Raiser’s Edge. Identify and implement improvements to streamline accounting workflows and reporting processes. Build scalable systems to support a growing, multi‑entity organization. Lead, manage, and develop a team of approximately 3 finance managers. Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards. Build bench strength through coaching, mentorship, and professional development. Identify and manage financial risks across the organization. Ensure strong financial discipline through consistent application of policies and controls. Support the EVP in strengthening organizational financial infrastructure and accountability. Partner with ASAS chapters and internal teams to ensure alignment on accounting practices and reporting. Support consistency and clarity across a distributed national network. Help elevate financial capabilities across the organization through tools, guidance, and collaboration. Requirements 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in nonprofit organizations; 12+ years preferred. 5+ years’ experience managing and developing a team of direct reports. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related field required. CPA strongly preferred. Deep expertise in nonprofit accounting, GAAP, and grant compliance. Strong experience leading audits and internal controls. Experience with Single Audit (A‑133) requirements. Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge strongly preferred. Proven ability to manage teams and operate in a complex, multi‑entity environment. This is a full‑time, exempt position with a salary range of $140,000–$170,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to base salary, ASAS offers a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr