Controller

StevenDouglas has been exclusively engaged to identify a Controller for a well-established, highly respected nonprofit organization in South Florida. This is a position reporting directly to senior leadership, with responsibility for financial reporting, audit and compliance, and the development of a capable, growing accounting team.

This role offers meaningful long-term growth potential. The organization is looking for a finance leader who wants to grow beyond the traditional Controller seat, someone who enjoys partnering with leadership, communicating financial results to a range of stakeholders, and mentoring the people around them. In return, the opportunity offers broad exposure across the organization, a stable and collaborative culture with very low turnover, and an excellent benefits package.

Candidates with nonprofit experience, particularly in organizations that manage government funding, are encouraged to apply.

Location: Fort Lauderdale, onsite first 90 days, hybrid after introductory period

Compensation: 120k - 150k

Accounting and Financial Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking
• Ensures timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintains and enforces internal controls to safeguard organizational assets
• Monitors cash flow and manages expenditures across funding sources

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Leads expenditure projections and financial forecasting
• Supports development of annual budgets in collaboration with the Chief Administrative Officer
• Analyzes financial data to identify variances, trends, and risks
• Prepares financial reports and presentations for executive leadership and governing board

Compliance and Audit

• Manages the annual audit process and serves as the primary liaison with external auditors
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and funding requirements
• Monitors and enforce adherence to grant and contract requirements
• Serves as a primary point of contact for funding agencies and government entities

Leadership and Supervision

• Supervises and develops accounting staff
• Assigns and reviews work to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Establishes and maintains effective departmental procedures and workflows

Systems and Process Improvement

• Evaluates and improves financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities
• Implement technology solutions to enhance efficiency and data integrity
• Identifies and implements process improvements related to financial operations
• Performs related duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises a staff of 3–5 directly, and 5-7 indirectly.

Requirements:

• 7 years of non-profit finance or accounting experience with increasing responsibility.
• Master’s Degree in Accounting or Business, preferred
• CPA license or CPA candidate within 1 year of completion, preferred.
• 5 years of federal, state and local government grant funding experience.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, MIP Fund Accounting, QuickBooks Non-Profit, etc.).