Controller

An organization dedicated to community impact is seeking an Interim Controller in New York City. This role will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and team leadership for a mission-driven nonprofit environment.

About the Opportunity

Hybrid setting (3 days onsite; Tuesday to Thursday are mandatory), Monday to Friday, 35 paid hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including disbursements, receipts, payroll processing, and reconciliations
• Oversee monthly and annual close processes, including journal entries, adjustments, and general ledger analyses
• Manage cash flow, vendor payments, collections follow-up, and reporting to funding partners and regulatory agencies
• Direct external audit coordination, compliance deliverables, and required filings, including annual financial statements and tax reporting
• Supervise accounting staff and support finance reporting, board materials, and special process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive Accounting experience, including controller-level leadership
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Recent hands-on experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT, including the general ledger and related configurations
• Strong proficiency in nonprofit GAAP, government contracting, revenue recognition, and audit readiness
• Experience supervising a team of five or more staff members
• Proficiency with accounting and payroll systems, including ADP
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Desired Skills

• CPA designation
• Experience with Great Plains
• Familiarity with NYC fiscal systems and processes
• Experience preparing and presenting board-level financial packages

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 35 paid hours per week (hybrid: 3 days onsite, Tuesday to Thursday mandatory).