Assistant Controller

CFS; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Columbus, OH is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting, month-end close, and reconciliations across multiple entities. This hybrid role offers direct exposure to the Controller, CFO, and senior leadership.

You will drive budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, reporting, payroll support, tax compliance, and audit coordination, while championing process improvements and system enhancements to strengthen internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports, statements, and management reporting packages.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Support payroll administration, tax reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate audit preparation and maintain internal controls.
• Partner on systems enhancements, automation, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

CPA certification

7+ years accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Salary: $90,000-$100,000

Location: Columbus, OH (Hybrid)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Hybrid 3:2 schedule with flexibility and a collaborative team environment
• Direct exposure to the Controller, CFO, and senior leadership team
• Opportunity to build leadership skills and position yourself for future advancement
• Broad accounting responsibility across multiple entities and financial functions
• Involvement in budgeting, financial analysis, reporting, and strategic decision support
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and financial systems initiatives
• Stable, mission-focused organization with meaningful community impact
• High-visibility role with influence on financial operations and reporting

Key Responsibilities For The Assistant Controller

• Support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, and reconciliations
• Prepare financial reports, statements, and management reporting packages
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities
• Support payroll administration, tax reporting, and compliance requirements
• Coordinate audit preparation and maintain internal controls
• Partner on systems enhancements, automation, and process improvement initiatives

Qualifications For The Assistant Controller

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience with nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls