Assistant Controller

Aprio Talent Solutions provided pay range This range is provided by Aprio Talent Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $60.00/hr - $75.00/hr Direct message the job poster from Aprio Talent Solutions Recruiter for Accounting & Finance Pros | Dad X2 | Youth Sports Coach l Built The Real Dad Life Podcast Our non-profit client is seeking an Assistant Controller to join their team on a temporary basis. This contract position is with a direct client of Aprio. Location: Baltimore, MD (Can be 100% REMOTE or if local will be hybrid) Contract duration: 3-6 months + (Can extend and has full-time potential but not guaranteed) Hourly rate: $60 - 75/hr Ideal start date: January 5th, 2026 Summary: This is a contract / temporary role supporting the SVP/Controller and CFO, with broad ownership across accounting operations, nonprofit reporting, and private grant accounting. This role is for someone who brings strong nonprofit accounting fundamentals, hands‑on experience with 501(c)(3) private grants , and the ability to lead and develop an accounting team. Why It’s Worth Your Time Mission‑driven organization with national impact Broad ownership across AP, AR, GL, audits, and grant accounting Direct leadership responsibility with the ability to hire and build out the team Opportunity to improve processes and reduce manual workflows High visibility and partnership with senior finance leadership and the development team What You’ll Own Support the SVP/Controller and CFO across accounting, reporting, budgeting, and audits Serve as a key accounting partner to the development team, coordinating, consulting on, and helping structure private grant documentation Review contracts and transactions to determine and document proper accounting treatment under U.S. GAAP Lead month‑end and year‑end close, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations Act as a primary audit contact and ensure timely, accurate audit schedules and responses Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls Lead process improvements across AP, AR, and GL to increase efficiency and reduce manual work Support compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, including Form 990 Manage and develop the accounting team, including: Accounting Manager Senior Accountant (to be hired) Must-Haves Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 6–8+ years of accounting or finance experience Strong nonprofit accounting background with direct experience managing private grants for 501(c)(3) organizations Proven experience overseeing AP, AR, and general ledger functions Experience supporting financial statement audits Prior people‑management experience with the ability to coach and develop staff Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting Nice to Have 1–2 years of public accounting experience Experience with SAGE Intacct, Bill.com, and/or ADP Advanced Excel and comfort with cloud‑based accounting systems Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Accounting/Auditing Non‑profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr