Controller

Jobot; East Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture with strong work/life balance

Competitive compensation

Long-term growth potential

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Non-Profit Controller in East Lyme, CT, to oversee accounting operations and financial reporting in a dynamic environment. This role provides direct exposure to executive finance leadership, supporting strategic financial operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of accounting leadership experience, and a strong understanding of GAAP. The position offers a competitive salary between $130,000 - $170,000, along with a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Prior higher education, nonprofit, or fund accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, payroll, AP/AR, and cash management.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Lead annual audit process and serve as liaison for external auditors.

Skills

GAAP compliance

Financial reporting

Audit management

Accounting leadership

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or Master’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Non‑Profit Controller – East Lyme, CT

Education Experience Preferred

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 per year

About Us

Well‑established mission‑driven organization seeks a Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, audit coordination, compliance, and internal controls in a complex multi‑department environment.

This highly visible leadership role reports directly into executive finance leadership and offers exposure across the organization, supporting strategic financial operations while leading a stable accounting function.

Benefits

• Stable, well‑established organization with strong leadership team
• High visibility role with executive exposure
• Collaborative culture with strong work/life balance
• Opportunity to make an impact across a mission‑driven organization
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long‑term growth potential

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, payroll, AP/AR, cash management, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Lead annual audit process and serve as primary liaison for external auditors
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory reporting requirements
• Oversee fund/restricted accounting, grants, and capital project accounting
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures
• Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while improving processes and efficiencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience managing audits and overseeing month‑end/year‑end close
• Prior higher education, nonprofit, or fund accounting experience preferred
• CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred
• ERP system experience strongly preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.