Assistant Comptroller — Nonprofit Finance Leader

LHH US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH US is seeking an Assistant Comptroller for a well-established New York nonprofit to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, audits, and accounts payable while supporting strategic financial initiatives across the organization.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes improving controls, strengthening processes, mentoring staff, and partnering with program leaders to advance mission-driven goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience within a nonprofit or government environment.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, grant reporting, budgeting, and audit preparation.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience with Sage MIP Accounting System highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review government and regulatory filings, including CFR, Form 990, Form 5500, and other required reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, grant requirements, funding regulations, and organizational policies.
• Prepare journal entries, allocations, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Oversee general ledger activities, monthly close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
• Manage investment accounting activities, including reconciliation and reporting of portfolio transactions.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, and related reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, technology, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and respond to audit inquiries.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Supervise accounts payable operations and vendor payment processes.
• Review aging reports, reconciliations, and disbursement activity.
• Partner with operational leaders to improve purchasing and payables workflows.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Participate in organization-wide initiatives and strategic projects.

Skills

GAAP

Nonprofit accounting

Grant reporting

Budgeting

Audit preparation

Advanced Excel

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Sage MIP Accounting System

Job description

LHH US is seeking an Assistant Comptroller for a well-established New York nonprofit to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, audits, and accounts payable while supporting strategic financial initiatives across the organization.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes improving controls, strengthening processes, mentoring staff, and partnering with program leaders to advance mission-driven goals.