Controller

About the role

An experienced Controller is sought to provide financial leadership for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Oregon. This role will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support sound decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, steady leadership, and the ability to manage a reliable month-end close process in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting activities and guide the organization’s financial operations with accuracy and consistency.
• Direct the month-end close process, ensuring timelines are met and financial results are thoroughly reviewed.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and supporting documentation for leadership and board-level review.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures that promote compliance, transparency, and effective stewardship of funds.
• Supervise and mentor finance staff, setting clear expectations and supporting growth within the team.
• Partner with organizational leaders to develop budgets, monitor performance, and provide practical financial insight for planning.
• Coordinate audits and assist with external reporting requirements by organizing records and responding to requests efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and strengthen the effectiveness of financial processes.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in a Controller or senior-level finance leadership role.
• Strong background in accounting operations, financial reporting, and oversight of month-end close activities.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and support finance team members in a detail-oriented setting.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, budgeting, and standard accounting practices.
• Experience working in a non-profit environment or familiarity with non-profit financial management is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with careful attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.

Job Order: 03600-0013461073