Controller

DescriptionDirector of Finance / Controller Greater Hartford, CT | Hybrid FlexibilityReference: SF0013468267Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo — View email address on click.appcast.io you a mission-driven finance leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of a growing nonprofit organization? We are partnering with a well-respected nonprofit institution in the Greater Hartford area seeking an experienced finance executive to lead accounting, financial reporting, budgeting support, audits, treasury, and financial operations. This is a highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the CFO with the opportunity to influence organizational strategy, improve processes, and mentor a talented finance team.This organization has experienced significant growth over the past several years through strategic expansion and continues to invest in innovation, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability.Why This Opportunity Stands OutOutstanding culture that genuinely encourages work-life balanceOpportunity to lead meaningful process improvements, including AI and automation initiatives.High-impact leadership role with direct exposure to executive leadership and Board committees.Stable, mission-driven organization with continued growth and exciting strategic initiatives.What You'll LeadOversee accounting, financial reporting, treasury, cash management, and internal controls.Lead the annual external audit process, including nonprofit and grant reporting.Oversee Form 990 coordination and financial compliance.Support organization-wide budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.Present financial information and recommendations to executive leadership and Board committees.Lead, mentor, and develop a finance organization while fostering continuous improvement.Drive technology, automation, and AI initiatives to improve efficiency and reporting.Partner cross-functionally to support strategic business decisions and organizational growth.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.Strong nonprofit accounting experience, including Form 990 exposure.Experience leading external audits, grant reporting, budgeting, and financial reporting.Passion for process improvement, automation, and leveraging AI within finance.CPA and/or public accounting background highly preferred If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above.All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.Strong nonprofit accounting experience, including Form 990 exposure.Experience leading external audits, grant reporting, budgeting, and financial reporting.Passion for process improvement, automation, and leveraging AI within finance.CPA and/or public accounting background highly preferredJob typePerm