Controller

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Liberal paid time off

Strong 403(b) matching

Health and life insurance

Job summary

An international nonprofit organization in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Controller to oversee daily accounting functions across global offices and prepare financial statements and audits. The ideal candidate should have a BA in accounting or finance and at least 8 years of experience in a similar role within a nonprofit environment. This role offers a hybrid work schedule and requires exceptional accounting skills along with leadership abilities. An opportunity to travel to HQ in Prague is also included.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a Controller or equivalent Senior Finance position in a U.S. nonprofit/NGO environment.
• Demonstrated work experience in a nonprofit setting is mandatory.
• CPA is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting functions in global offices.
• Document and implement an internal control system.
• Prepare annual financial statements and audits according to GAAP.

Skills

Exceptional accounting skills

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Education

BA in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

GAAP

OMB Circulars

Job description

Overview

Controller based in the Washington, D.C. office Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is seeking its next corporate Controller. The Controller reports to the CFO and is a critical member of the finance management team for this mission-driven, international nonprofit organization.

RFE/RL offers a hybrid work schedule (2 days in the office/3 days from home), generous benefits (liberal paid time off, strong 403(b) matching, health and life insurance, etc.), and the opportunity to travel to our HQ in Prague, Czech Republic, as needed.

Who we are

RFE/RL is a multi-platform media organization (digital, TV, radio) with a budget of $140 million and a mission to provide uncensored news in local languages to countries where press freedom is under threat. We employ over 1,100 staff (60+ nationalities) in 20+ countries.

More about us here:

RFE/RL is a private, nonprofit Sec. 501(c)3 corporation, and is funded by a grant from the U.S. Congress through the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) as a private grantee.

The role

Reporting to the CFO in Washington, DC, the Controller serves as a valuable member of the finance managerial team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversight of daily accounting functions in global offices - in Europe, Central Asia, and the Balkans (payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries).
• Documenting and implementing an internal control system that continuously monitors critical areas of financial control, identifies problems, and implements corrective action.
• Annual financial statement and audit preparation, ensuring the annual audits are performed in accordance with GAAP, applicable OMB Circulars, and/or other applicable regulatory standards.
• Preparing and submitting federal, state, and municipal government filings and reports.
• Ensuring monthly preparation and sign-off of all balance sheet account analyses and reconciliations.
• Overseeing personnel in Prague, DC and Bureau offices; 5 direct reports, team of 30+.
• Providing financial input to the organization's strategic planning process, assuring that a long-range financial plan is part of the strategic plan, and that the plan is updated at least annually.

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated exceptional accounting skills and work experience in a nonprofit setting (mandatory)
• BA in accounting, finance, or related field (mandatory)
• CPA (strongly preferred)
• 8+ years in a Controller or equivalent Senior Finance position in a U.S. nonprofit/NGO environment with U.S. Government grants.
• International organization or ‘work abroad’ experience (highly desired)

How to apply

The application process includes uploading a current CV and cover letter in English that explains how your background applies to our open role and your interest in the position.