Contract Controller (Nonprofit | Grants Accounting | MIP)

Ledgent; Troutdale (OR); On-site; USD 59,236 - 66,221; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent is hiring a Contract Controller for a nonprofit organization for a full-time contract role in Troutdale, Oregon. This six-month position, with potential for extension, requires a hands-on leader to stabilize accounting operations and guide junior staff. The ideal candidate has extensive grants accounting experience and proficiency in MIP Fund Accounting. Responsibilities include managing month-end closes, reconciling records, and improving accounting processes. Salary is $43-$48.07 per hour.

Qualifications

• Controller-level accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit.
• Strong grants accounting background.
• Advanced proficiency with MIP Fund Accounting, essential for training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core accounting operations as interim Controller.
• Stabilize general ledger and correct discrepancies.
• Manage month-end close and financial reporting.

Skills

Grants accounting

Leadership

MIP Fund Accounting

Audit support

Tools

MIP Fund Accounting

Microix

Job description

Contract Controller (Nonprofit | Grants Accounting | MIP)

Engagement Details

• Engagement Type: Full‑time contract
• Duration: 6 months (with possible extension or conversion)
• Compensation: $43-$48.07 per hour
• Start Date: ASAP

Overview

We’re partnering with a mission‑driven organization seeking an experienced Contract Controller to step in during a period of transition. This is a hands‑on role ideal for a Controller who enjoys stabilizing accounting operations, cleaning up historical issues, and mentoring developing teams. The organization has a junior accounting staff and needs a strong technical and people leader to help correct errors, support audits, and strengthen day‑to‑day processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as interim Controller, overseeing core accounting operations
• Reconcile and stabilize general ledger and supporting schedules
• Identify, investigate, and correct historical accounting discrepancies
• Support and help remediate backlogged audits, including prior‑year activity
• Oversee grants accounting, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Manage month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation
• Train, mentor, and guide a junior accounting team
• Provide hands‑on support and training in MIP Fund Accounting
• Partner closely with finance leadership to guide stabilization efforts

Required Qualifications

• Controller‑level accounting experience (nonprofit experience strongly preferred)
• Strong grants accounting background
• Advanced proficiency with MIP Fund Accounting
  • Ability to train and support users is essential
• Experience cleaning up disorganized accounting environments
• Prior exposure to audit support, remediation, or delayed audits
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Comfortable rolling up sleeves in a complex, evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microix
• Prior interim, consulting, or contract Controller experience
• Background working with junior or developing accounting teams

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.