Assistant Controller

Hybrid : Office presence required 2–3 times per month (or as requested by the Controller) Candidates must be local to the DC/MD/VA region Cherry Bekaert has partnered with a well-established $100M+ nonprofit organization seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its Finance & Accounting leadership team. This role reports directly to the Controller and oversees day-to-day accounting operations while playing a key role in audits, compliance, and process improvement. Why This Role High-impact leadership role within a mission-driven nonprofit Broad exposure to audits, Form 990/990-T, payroll, budgeting, and systems Opportunity to influence process improvements and mentor staff What You’ll Do Review and approve recurring financial transactions and activities Identify errors or inconsistencies and recommend corrective actions Lead month-end close timelines and account reconciliation schedules Prepare audit workpapers and support annual financial and employee benefit plan audits Coordinate completion of Forms 990 and 990-T, including UBIT calculations Supervise payroll and general accounting staff Maintain and strengthen internal controls Document accounting processes and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements Partner with leadership on ERP and planning/budgeting system maintenance and reporting Participate in the annual budgeting process Maintain hands-on knowledge of all accounting functions and provide coverage when team members are out Perform other duties as assigned What We’re Looking For Proven experience overseeing or managing an organizational budget of $40M+ Strong GAAP knowledge and hands‑on general accounting experience Advanced Excel skills required (must be able to confidently discuss formulas and complex spreadsheets) Experience with Oracle Fusion preferred , or multiple years with other ERPs such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Great Plains , or similar Prior experience preparing or overseeing Form 990 / 990-T filings Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style Comfortable rolling up sleeves and stepping in for team members as needed CPA or CPA-track strongly preferred (required for top of salary range) Nonprofit accounting experience highly desirable #J-18808-Ljbffr