Controller

LHH; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 143,270,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm path

Competitive pay

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a mission-driven nonprofit to recruit a Controller for a temp-to-perm role in Philadelphia. You will oversee accounting operations, partner with senior leadership, and strengthen financial controls and reporting as the organization grows.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years nonprofit accounting, GAAP expertise, budgeting and forecasting experience, and hands-on proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
• Hands on systems experience with accounting software and advanced Excel.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, manage deadlines, and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Collaborative, detail oriented, and growth minded professional.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition.
• Manage month end and year end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee audits, including coordination with external auditors and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Monitor grant, contract, and restricted funding to ensure proper tracking and compliance.
• Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Partner with leadership to support financial planning, strategy, and decision making.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, with opportunity to build and develop the team.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Audit preparation

Advanced Excel

Nonprofit accounting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a mission driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Controller on a temp to perm basis to oversee accounting operations and financial reporting. This role will partner closely with senior leadership, provide hands on accounting support, and help strengthen financial controls, reporting, and processes as the organization continues to grow.

Job Title: Controller

Employment Type: Temp to Perm

Pay Rate: $50-55/hour (DOE)

Schedule: Full time

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition
• Manage month end and year end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee audits, including coordination with external auditors and preparation of supporting schedules
• Monitor grant, contract, and restricted funding to ensure proper tracking and compliance
• Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Partner with leadership to support financial planning, strategy, and decision making
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, with opportunity to build and develop the team

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or regulated environment
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation
• Hands on systems experience with accounting software and advanced Excel
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, manage deadlines, and adapt to evolving priorities
• Collaborative, detail oriented, and growth minded professional

Why This Role:

• Competitive hourly pay with clear temp to perm path
• High visibility role with senior leadership exposure
• Opportunity to build structure, improve processes, and grow with the organization
• Meaningful work with long term career potential

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
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