Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Controller – Nonprofit Accounting

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Salary: $55,000–$75,000 annually

Make an Impact Through Financial Leadership

Are you an experienced nonprofit accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a knowledgeable, hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations, strengthen financial processes, and provide the insight needed to support informed organizational decisions.

This is an important leadership position for someone who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with strategic thinking. The Controller will oversee the organization’s day-to-day accounting functions while working closely with executive leadership to maintain financial stability, improve efficiency, and support the organization’s long-term mission and goals.

The ideal candidate is a dependable financial leader who values accuracy, transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting

Oversee the general ledger and month-end and year-end closing processes

Ensure financial statements are accurate, timely, and compliant

Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash flow

Develop and monitor annual budgets, forecasts, and financial projections

Analyze financial results and clearly communicate trends, risks, and opportunities

Monitor budget-to-actual performance and investigate significant variances

Establish, maintain, and strengthen internal financial controls

Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting requirements

Maintain accurate documentation and audit-ready financial records

Monitor organizational liquidity and help optimize working capital

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures and reduce manual work

Lead accounting-system upgrades, automation projects, and process improvements

Develop financial policies and procedures that promote consistency and accountability

Provide executive leadership with meaningful financial analysis and recommendations

Partner with department leaders to improve budgeting, planning, and financial decision-making

Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members

Establish clear performance expectations and support a high-performing, collaborative team

Maintain the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics

Accurate and timely financial statements

A consistent and efficient monthly closing process

Clean audits with minimal findings or adjustments

Timely completion of tax and regulatory filings

Effective cash-flow and working-capital management

Well-managed budgets and clearly explained financial variances

Strong internal controls and dependable accounting procedures

Meaningful reductions in manual processes and reporting cycle times

A knowledgeable, accountable, and well-supported accounting team

Clear financial guidance that helps leadership make confident decisions

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field

At least seven years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience

Minimum of five years of nonprofit accounting experience

Minimum of three years of experience serving as a Controller in a nonprofit organization

Previous accounting leadership or supervisory experience

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit preparation

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple financial priorities and meet critical deadlines

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to explain complex financial information clearly to executives and nonfinancial stakeholders

High level of accuracy, discretion, integrity, and professional judgment

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation

This position offers an annual salary of $55,000–$75,000, based on qualifications and experience.

Following successful completion of a 90-day orientation period, eligible employees may receive:

10 days of paid personal time off

48 hours of paid sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with 50% of the employee-only premium paid by the employer

Employer-paid long-term disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

3% employer retirement contribution or match

This is more than a traditional accounting position. It is an opportunity to become a trusted financial leader within a mission-focused organization. You will have the ability to strengthen financial operations, improve organizational processes, develop accounting talent, and provide leadership with the financial clarity needed to plan for the future.

If you are an experienced nonprofit Controller who is ready to bring both financial expertise and thoughtful leadership to a meaningful organization, we encourage you to apply.