Controller

Beacon Hill; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Federal and state leave programs

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Washington seeks a Controller to oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance with standards and accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, progressive experience in accounting, and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing financial close processes, preparing reports, and supporting audits. This position offers a robust benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, along with a commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, CPA preferred.
• Progressive accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Experience with audits and external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's accounting operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial close processes.
• Manage compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.
• Prepare financial reports for stakeholders.
• Support annual audit and tax filings.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Revenue recognition

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day accounting operations of the organization and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role supports compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant and donor restrictions, and internal controls while partnering closely with Finance leadership, program teams, and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and cash management.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Maintain compliance with nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP), donor restrictions, and grant requirements.
• Manage revenue recognition for contributions, grants, memberships, program fees, and other funding sources in accordance with applicable guidance.
• Oversee grant accounting, including tracking restricted funds, reconciling grant activity to the general ledger, and supporting grant reporting and compliance.
• Prepare and review financial reports for internal leadership, board committees, and external stakeholders.
• Support the annual audit and tax filings by coordinating schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor requests.
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to support accuracy and accountability.
• Partner with program, development, and operations teams to ensure proper financial tracking and reporting of funded activities.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support organizational planning.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required).
  • Progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit or grant‑funded environment.
  • Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, revenue recognition, and financial reporting.
  • Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate cross‑functionally.

  Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

  California Residents

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  Company Profile

  Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

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  Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

  Benefits Information

  Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not only limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.