Controller

DescriptionController 📍 Greater Hartford County, CT (onsite to start with future hybrid flexibility)Reference: SF0013447217Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo — View email address on click.appcast.io well-established and mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Controller to join its growing finance leadership team. This is a newly created leadership position due to organizational growth and increased operational complexity. The role offers strong visibility to executive leadership, the opportunity to help shape finance operations, and long-term growth potential within the organization.What You’ll Be DoingLead day-to-day accounting and financial operationsOversee AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, billing support, and financial reportingPartner closely with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and strategic initiativesManage audits, compliance reporting, and internal controlsSupport contract management and reimbursement-related financial processesHelp improve processes, reporting, and operational efficiency across the finance functionSupervise and mentor accounting staff in a collaborative environmentQualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldPrior leadership experience within nonprofit and/or healthcare finance environmentsExperience managing complex or multi-entity accounting operationsStrong communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionallyExposure to federal funding or grant-related environmentsWhy This Opportunity Stands OutStable, financially healthy organization with strong leadershipNewly created role with high visibility and long-term growth potentialCollaborative, mission-driven culture with excellent employee retentionFlexible leadership team and strong work/life balance35-hour work weekCompetitive benefits and retirement packageIf 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 fieldPrior leadership experience within nonprofit and/or healthcare finance environmentsExperience managing complex or multi-entity accounting operationsStrong communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionallyExposure to federal funding or grant-related environmentsJob typePerm