Controller

Position: Controller (Director‑level) Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 per year Responsibilities Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, payroll, AP/AR, cash management, reconciliations, and financial reporting Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports Lead annual audit process and serve as primary liaison for external auditors Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory reporting requirements Oversee fund/restricted accounting, grants, and capital project accounting Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping improve processes and efficiencies Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting Experience managing audits and overseeing month‑end/year‑end close Prior higher education, nonprofit, or fund accounting experience preferred CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred ERP system experience strongly preferred A bit about us Well‑established mission‑driven organization is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, audit coordination, compliance, and internal controls for a complex multi‑department environment. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity reporting directly into executive finance leadership with exposure across the organization. The role offers the chance to help support strategic financial operations while leading an established accounting function in a collaborative, stable environment. Why join us? Stable, well‑established organization with strong leadership team High visibility role with executive exposure Collaborative culture with strong work/life balance Opportunity to make an impact across a mission‑driven organization Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long‑term growth potential #J-18808-Ljbffr