Controller

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger activity, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Lead monthly and year-end close processes and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting
• Prepare financial statements, dashboards, reconciliations, and management reports
• Support budget management, including reporting, variance analysis, and communication with budget owners
• Cook up audit preparation and assist with compliance reporting, including annual filings
• Reconcile key accounts, including cash, investments, interfund balances, and fixed assets
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures, systems, and internal controls
• Partner with the CFO on special projects and ongoing financial initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Experience with audits, budgeting, and account reconciliations
• Advanced Excel skills and strong overall Microsoft Office proficiency
• CPA, nonprofit or education experience preferred

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility.

Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Experience with audits, budgeting, and account reconciliations.

Advanced Excel skills and strong overall Microsoft Office proficiency.

CPA, nonprofit or education experience preferred.