Controller
$105k - $118kVanderHouwen
Job Description
Job Description
Description Job Id: 72666
Controller
Our community focused client is seeking a technically strong Controller to lead accounting operations, strengthen financial processes, and provide expert technical guidance in a complex, mission-driven environment. This individual will combine deep accounting knowledge with collaborative leadership, helping to build scalable systems, ensure regulatory compliance, and support organizational growth through sound financial stewardship. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, solutions-oriented, equity-minded, and comfortable navigating evolving priorities while developing high-performing teams.
This role is a hybrid model in Portland, Oregon, with 1-2 days per month in office. Candidates must live within the greater Portland-Metro area.
Controller Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor accounting staff, providing oversight, coaching, and development for a multi-level team.
- Oversee general ledger operations, chart of accounts management, financial reporting, and accounting system integrity.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, grant and funding requirements, audit standards, and applicable financial regulations.
- Manage technical accounting functions including revenue recognition, restricted funds, cost allocations, and internal controls.
- Partner with finance leadership to enhance policies, streamline processes, improve systems, and support budgeting, treasury, and audit activities.
Controller Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years of staff supervision and leadership responsibility.
- Demonstrated nonprofit accounting experience with strong expertise in revenue recognition, restricted funding, compliance, and financial controls.
- CPA license strongly preferred, with public accounting experience highly valued.
- Experience with financial systems and tools such as Sage Intacct, Bill.com, ADP, Asana, and Microsoft Excel.
Salary: $105K-$118K/year. (DOE)
Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.
Meet VanderHouwen
What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and we're in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies' staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals.
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career!
VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws.
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Company DescriptionVanderHouwen is a premier staffing provider of technology, accounting and finance, and engineering professionals. We are experts in the industries we serve. From market trends to our extensive network, we have a finger on the pulse both regionally and nationally to meet your career or hiring needs.
VanderHouwen is a family-owned and operated Portland staffing agency established in 1987 by Kirby and Kathy VanderHouwen when the Pacific Northwest technology industry was emerging. Since then, we’ve expanded to include accounting and finance and engineering. We speak the language of your industry to build strong, long-lasting relationships by providing employers and candidates with personalized staffing services.Company Description
VanderHouwen is a premier staffing provider of technology, accounting and finance, and engineering professionals. We are experts in the industries we serve. From market trends to our extensive network, we have a finger on the pulse both regionally and nationally to meet your career or hiring needs.\r\n\r\nVanderHouwen is a family-owned and operated Portland staffing agency established in 1987 by Kirby and Kathy VanderHouwen when the Pacific Northwest technology industry was emerging. Since then, we’ve expanded to include accounting and finance and engineering.\r\n\r\nWe speak the language of your industry to build strong, long-lasting relationships by providing employers and candidates with personalized staffing services.
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