Controller, Finance

SUMHLC; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and work life benefits

Job summary

FSRI, Family Service of Rhode Island, is seeking an experienced Controller to manage its finance and accounting operations and lead financial reporting for a nonprofit organization. This role oversees the general ledger, payroll, A/P and A/R, and requires a proactive, process-oriented leader who can drive improvements in a dynamic nonprofit setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (MBA or CPA preferred) with extensive nonprofit experience and a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting or related field; MBA/CPA preferred.
• Extensive nonprofit accounting knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Strong leadership, ethics, and ability to mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance and accounting operations including financial reporting and GL maintenance.
• Manage payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and billing processes.
• Develop and improve financial processes and systems to support FSRI's objectives.
• Collaborate with executive team and program leaders to ensure financial discipline.

Skills

Financial leadership

Communication skills

Deadline management

Nonprofit accounting

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

MBA or CPA preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Orms Street - Providence, RI 02904

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary

FSRI is seeking an experienced Controller to manage its finance and accounting operations and play a key leadership role within the organization. The position requires extensive nonprofit finance and accounting experience and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, complex, fast‑paced, and dynamic environment. The Controller managers the financial and accounting operations of Family Service of Rhode Island. They are responsible for the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, billing, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll. They also develop and improve financial processes and procedures, as well as adapt and improve the systems and infrastructure needed, to support FSRI's ongoing financial and accounting operations and overall business objectives. The Controller is a key leader at FSRI and services as a member of the executive team, employing a collaborative spirit and commitment to providing timely, accurate, high-quality information and service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related degree; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.
• A genuine commitment to Family Service of Rhode Island's mission.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Strong financial leadership, carrying best practices to the organization, coupled with a hands‑on, "get the job done," tactical work style.
• Success managers month‑end and year‑end close processes and timelines.
• High proficiency in accounting and financial management systems and business operations, as well as in the use of standard office software.
• Proven experience managing finance teams with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial information and work effectively with non‑financial colleagues at all levels.
• Skilled in building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organization, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Flexibility to adjust to new situations, changes, and challenges, openness to new ideas and continuous learning.
• Ability to manager multiple and competing deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic organization.

Physical Requirements

This position requires residential and community visits, employees in this position must have the ability to:

• Travel to and from community locations and office sites, which could include using walkways, stairs, and/or elevators
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity!

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.

Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.

Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well‑being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

FSRI determines pay based on a candidate’s relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.