Controller POST NUMBER: 476779

We are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations for a mission?driven nonprofit organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and effective leadership of the accounting function. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, proven people management experience, and a hands?on approach to supporting organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, month?end close, and financial reporting
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
• Coordinate annual audits and work with external auditors
• Supervise and mentor an accounting team, providing guidance and performance management
• Support organizational leadership with financial insights and reporting
• Implement and improve accounting processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• Minimum 5 years of nonprofit accounting experience
• At least 3 years of people management experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, audits, and financial analysis
• Proven ability to manage deadlines, prioritize work, and lead a team effectively
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.