Controller

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, accounting records, and daily financial transactions.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including general ledger reconciliations, project accounting, labor distribution, revenue recognition, and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, forecasts, and budget-to-actual analyses, providing leadership with actionable insights on financial performance, cost trends, cash flow, and organizational risks.
• Provide key operational and review support the VP of finance with the annual budgeting process, including direct and indirect cost budgets, financial forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain indirect cost rates, overhead pools, and prepare and submit Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) proposals while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Uniform Guidance, and other applicable federal, state, and organizational policies.
• Oversee project accounting by monitoring contract funding, project budgets, revenue recognition, billing, collections, and financial performance to ensure accurate reporting and contract compliance.
• Cook up and manage all internal and external audit activities, preparing supporting documentation and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Manage organizational cash flow, banking relationships, investment reporting, debt covenant reporting, and other treasury functions to ensure the organization's financial stability.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, employee reimbursements, corporate credit card administration, international wire transfers, and other financial operations to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Administer and maintain the organization's accounting system, including year-end and new-year processing within Deltek Costpoint, financial databases, and reporting tools.
• Ensure timely completion of all required federal, state, and local financial filings, including 1099 reporting, business license renewals, charitable registrations, sales tax filings, annual reports, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate fixed asset records, reconcile general ledger accounts and project revenues, review labor and payroll allocations, and ensure the integrity of financial data across all accounting systems.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve accounting policies, internal controls, financial procedures, and business processes to strengthen operational efficiency and mitigate organizational risk.
• Support proposal development, pricing strategies, and financial analyses for grants, contracts, and other business development initiatives.
• Prepare annual financial surveys, census reports, and other required organizational financial submissions.
• Manage state membership dues, annual billings, and related financial reporting.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation with 10+ years’ experience in a controller or similar role.
• Experience with government contract cost proposals, indirect cost rate analysis, managing EACs and conducting various variance analyses.
• Expertise in Deltek/Costpoint and other accounting programs/ERPs.
• Proven experience with systems implementation and process improvements.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, coach, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment.

Additional Skills and Abilities

• Represent NCSC in a professional manner, establishing credibility and interacting productively with staff across the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Comprehensive understanding of federal government contracting regulations, including FAR, CAS, Uniform Guidance, and NICRA requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced knowledge of general ledger accounting, revenue recognition, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and treasury management.
• Experience preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for executive leadership and governing boards.
• Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, evaluate business risks, and develop practical recommendations that support organizational decision-making.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to coordinate complex financial initiatives across multiple departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of investment accounting, cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and debt covenant reporting.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain professional integrity, and make independent decisions consistent with organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance for Employee + Family, Employer Paid Accidental Death Insurance, Employer Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 125 Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Retirement: Money Purchase Plan Pension account (9% of salary), Retirement Option: 403B, Paid Time Off (APL), Paid Holidays (10).
• Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness under 501(c)(3).

Pay

The annual starting salary for this role is between $120,640 - $170,000. Factors that affect starting pay within the range include education, experience, and other qualifications as it relates to the position.

Schedule

Join our Team! This position closes on August 5, 2026. Please submit your resume and cover letter in addition to your completed NCSC application. For reference, include professional references only with at least one previous or current supervisor.

Equal Opportunity/Disability/Veteran Employer

NCSC is an equal opportunity/disability/veteran employer.