Comptroller

salvarmycareers; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Comptroller to lead financial operations across the division, including budgeting, reporting, and grant accounting. You will work closely with the Director of Finance to ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls across DHQ, Corps, and program locations.

Responsibilities include monthly close, audit support, and financial analysis to guide decisions and ensure stewardship of resources in alignment with funding sources and regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit financial management and fund accounting.
• Experience with grants and multi-source funding streams.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate budgets across DHQ, Corps, programs and service locations.
• Oversee cash flow, debt management and reporting.
• Manage AP/AR and ensure timely monthly financial statements.
• Support grant accounting, compliance and audit processes.
• Maintain internal controls and financial policies.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial reporting

Grant accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/BA

CPA/CMA or Master's preferred

3–5 years nonprofit accounting

Tools

ERP system

Job description

At The Salvation Army our employees are the heartbeat of our mission. We foster a community of passionate people dedicated to changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most.

Position Summary: The Comptroller position supports the financial leadership of the division by assisting in the oversight of all accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting functions across Divisional Headquarters (DHQ), Corps, programs, and service locations. Working closely with the Director of Finance, this role helps ensure compliance with The Salvation Army policies, Territorial Headquarters (THQ) standards, and regulatory requirements. The position plays a key role in coordinating financial operations between DHQ, Corps Officers, and program leadership, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, adherence to internal controls, and alignment with approved budgets and funding sources, including grants. The comptroller also supports audit processes, month-end close procedures, and financial analysis to guide decision-making and strengthen stewardship of resources in support of the organization’s mission.

The comptroller provides high-level support to the Director of Finance in managing all financial, grant, and accounting operations for the organization. The position is also responsible for the daily oversight and management of all accounting and business functions of the department. The position helps oversee city, county, state, and federal grant compliance, ensures accurate financial reporting, supervises accountants, accounts payable and receivables staff, and helps maintain strong internal controls across the organization.

The position serves as a key partner to program leadership and is instrumental in ensuring the responsible stewardship of funding across multiple grants and service locations as well as maintaining and overseeing the daily operations/functions of the department.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Regular budget consolidation
• Cash flow management
• Debt management and collection (internal)
• Financial Management & Reporting
  • Assists in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance withGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Develops financial strategies, including risk minimization plans and opportunity forecasting.
  • Develops, implements and monitors efficient systems of reporting and analysis.
  • Maintains and monitors compliance with internal company financial policies and procedures.
  • Supports maintenance of the general ledger, chart of accounts, and financial coding structure.
  • Conducts financial analysis, budget-to-actual reviews, cash flow forecasting, and variance explanations.
  • Assists in preparing materials for the annual audit, single audit, and funder monitoring.
• Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversight
  • Provides daily oversight and leadership to the AP/AR team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in processing.
  • Ensures that staff are making timely and accurate entries into the accounting platform.
  • Ensures that staff are meeting the objective and timeline expectations of compiling and distributing monthly financials for all field units.
  • Reviews and approves invoices, purchase orders, check runs, and ACH payments.
  • Ensures proper cash application, monitoring of aging reports, and resolution of receivable discrepancies.
  • Strengthens workflows related to vendor management, reimbursement policies, and revenue collection.
• Grant Accounting & Compliance
  • Supports all fiscal components ofcity, county, state, and federal grants, including allowable cost tracking, reporting deadlines, documentation, and match requirements.
  • Ensures compliance withUniform Guidance and individualized grant agreements.
  • Partners with program managers to ensure accurate allocation of expenses and adherence to grant budgets.
  • Assists in developing internal controls and fiscal processes specific to grant-funded programs.
• Internal Controls & Compliance
  • Oversees process of developing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls that safeguard assets and ensure fiscal accountability.
  • Supervises the day-to-day operation of the department, ensuring that efficiency, accountability and productivity standards and expectations are met.
  • Troubleshoots efficiency, compliance and productivity challenges and implements necessary solutions.
  • Ensures adherence to organization-wide financial policies, grant requirements, audit recommendations, and compliance standards.
  • Participates in implementing new systems, policies, or technology solutions to improve fiscal operations.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Support the DSB and Director of Finance in coordinating the annual budgeting process.
  • Assist departments in preparing accurate and realistic budget submissions.
  • Contribute to forecasting models, multi-year projections, and grant spending plans.
• Leadership & Collaboration
  • Provide coaching, training, and guidance to finance team members, particularly connected to AP/AR staff.
  • Serve as acting Director of Finance in their absence, as assigned.
  • Partner with Human Resources, program leadership, and executive management to analyze financial data and ensure understanding of organizational financial health.
  • Communicate financial concepts to non-financial staff in a clear and accessible manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field required.
• CPA, CMA or Master's degree preferred but not required.
• 3 - 5 years accounting experience preferably in a nonprofit environment with multi-source grants.
• Experience working with city, county, state or federal funding streams strongly preferred.
• Supervisory experience in Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivables or accounting roles is highly desirable.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit financial management and fund accounting.
• Strong knowledge