Controller

The QTI Group

Wisconsin

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Controller to oversee financial operations and compliance for a nonprofit organization. This role demands strong leadership skills and experience in accounting management. Responsibilities include managing the accounting team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing financial insights. The role offers a salary range of $120,000 to $150,000 annually and a hybrid work model option.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years accounting management experience.
Prior experience collaborating with executive teams.
Deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Responsibilities

Oversee general ledger, cash flow, and bank reconciliation.
Manage revenue cycle including accounts receivable and billing.
Coordinate internal and external audit processes.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Senior Recruiter / Connector / Live Music Junkie

Make a Difference for Climate and Equity — Join Slipstream as Controller! The QTI Group is happy to support Slipstream in the recruitment for this key role!

Are you a skilled financial leader who thrives on precision, compliance, and operational excellence? At Slipstream, you can help shape a cleaner, more equitable energy future.

We are seeking a Controller to oversee all aspects of accounting, financial management, and compliance. This role ensures the integrity of our financial operations—from general ledger oversight and audit coordination to strategic cash management and team leadership. You’ll guide a high-performing accounting team, streamline processes, and provide insights that support strategic decision-making. Your leadership will directly support our mission to build an equitable clean energy society where everyone benefits from energy innovation.

Location: Remote - Hybrid work available if located in Madison, Wisconsin, or Chicago, Illinois.

Compensation Range: $120,000-150,000 per year

What You'll Do:

Oversee general ledger, cash flow, and bank reconciliation processes.
Working with the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, monitor budget performance, providing variance analysis and recommending adjustments.
Manage revenue cycle, including accounts receivable and billing.
Oversee investment strategies and tracking investment performance.
Oversee cash management and manage banking relationships

Accounting

Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
Reconcile accounts and allocating expenses.
Oversee payroll processing.
Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations (GAAP, IRS, etc.).
Prepare financial statements and reports for management and stakeholders.

Audit and Compliance

Coordinate internal and external audit processes.
Oversee 990 Preparation.
Ensure compliance with financial laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Oversee grant management and compliance with grantor requirements.
Develop and implement internal controls and financial policies.

Leadership and Management

Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
Actively participate in recruiting, hiring, performance remediation, training and issue resolution.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and efficiency.
Streamline systems and leverage new technologies.
Analyze financial data and provide insights to support strategic planning.

Other Duties

Liaison with auditors, funders, and other stakeholders.
Assist with grant applications and reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent related experience.
CPA required.
Minimum 7 years accounting management experience.
Prior experience must include a minimum of 2 years supporting an accounting team and collaborating closely with an executive team.
Deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Familiarity with compliance and internal controls.
Nonprofit and/or federal grant compliance experience preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to interpret strategic direction & formulate initiatives
Demonstrated leadership, supervision, mentoring & team building experience with the ability to build cross functional teams
Ability to exhibit analytical skills, track progress & interpret data & prepare recommendations
Expertise in business & management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, problem solving, and coordination of people and resources.
Self-motivated and able to work independently; able to organize and prioritize
Demonstrated experience in effective resource management of multiple processes and projects, including management of budgets, and schedules to reach program or project goals
Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication; ability to be persuasive and public speaking
Budget management and forecasting
Effective delegation and follow-up skills
Skilled at quickly developing positive, communicative and collaborative relationships with clients, sub-contractors and Slipstream personnel at all levels of the organization

About Slipstream

Slipstream is a national, mission-driven nonprofit that accelerates climate solutions. For everyone.

We inspire bold ideas to tackle big energy challenges. Our work spans energy efficiency, energy planning with municipalities and Native Nations, equitable building decarbonization, emerging technologies, and green financing. We collaborate with governments, utilities, and community-based organizations to discover, test, and scale solutions that work for real people in real communities.

We are optimistic, inclusive, and ambitious about our impact—and we’re looking for someone who shares our drive.

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