Controller (International Labor Union)

Calibre-CPA-Group; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Calibre CPA Group seeks an experienced Controller for a prominent International Labor Union headquartered in Washington, DC. The role leads the accounting team, ensures GAAP compliance, and safeguards assets across the union and affiliates in a complex multi-entity structure.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in nonprofit accounting, CPA certification, LM-2 experience, and proficiency with Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or MS Dynamics, plus advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration required; CPA certification required.
• 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience; 3–5 years in a Controller or equivalent leadership role within a large, complex non‑profit organization.
• Extensive LM-2 preparation experience and strong knowledge of LMRDA regulations preferred; familiarity with Taft-Hartley training funds.
• Proficiency with enterprise-level accounting software (Sage Intacct preferred; NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, ethical, communicative, and collaborative leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for the International Union and affiliated entities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP financial statements.
• Present financial analysis, variance reports, and cash flow projections to leadership.
• Manage annual budgeting process with department heads and track expenditures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Ethical standards

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business administration

CPA certification

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

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Job Description: Controller (International Labor Union)

Position Title: Controller
Organization: Confidential (International Labor Union)
Location: Washington, DC (On-site)
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: General President / General Secretary-Treasurer

Position Overview

We are seeking a strong, highly experienced, and strategic Controller to oversee the financial operations, compliance, and accounting functions of our International Labor Union. Based in Washington, DC, the Controller will lead a dedicated accounting team, ensuring the highest standards of financial integrity, internal controls, and regulatory compliance unique to labor organizations.

The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in non-profit accounting (preferably labor union accounting), non-profit financial management, and complex multi-entity structures. As a vital leader within our financial team, you will modernize accounting processes, safeguard organizational assets, and provide clear, actionable financial reporting to executive leadership to support our mission of empowering working people.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, per capita tax tracking, and fixed assets for the International Union and several affiliated entities.


• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.


• Present comprehensive financial analysis, variance reports, and cash flow projections for the General President and General Executive Board.


• Manage the annual budgeting process in coordination with department heads, tracking expenditures against strategic priorities.

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting (Labor Specific)

• Direct the preparation and timely filing of the Department of Labor (DOL) Form LM-2, ensuring strict compliance with the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA).


• Ensure full compliance with IRS regulations, including the preparation and filing of Form 990 and related tax exemptions.


• Manage compliance related to Political Action Committee (PAC) funds and Federal Election Commission (FEC) financial disclosures.


• Understand ERISA principles as they relate to certain of the affiliated entities.


• Serve as the primary liaison for the annual external audit, as well as potential audits by the DOL, IRS, or other regulatory bodies.

Internal Controls & Process Optimization

• Establish, monitor, and enforce robust internal financial controls to safeguard Union assets across headquarters and regional offices.


• Evaluate, modernize, and streamline accounting systems and workflows, leveraging financial technology to improve departmental efficiency.


• Develop and maintain documented accounting policies and procedures manuals.


• Manage, mentor, and develop a professional accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.


• Collaborate effectively with Union leadership, regional offices, affiliates, and local chapters regarding per capita tax tracking and financial compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required. CPA (Certified Public Accountant) required.


• Experience: Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in a Controller or equivalent leadership role within a large, complex non-profit organization.


• Labor Union Expertise: Extensive, hands-on experience with LM-2 preparation and a deep understanding of LMRDA regulations is strongly preferred. Familiarity with the operations of Taft-Hartley training funds preferred.


• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in enterprise-level accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct preferred, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) and expert-level Excel skills. Experience implementing or upgrading financial systems is a plus.


• Core Competencies: Exceptionally strong analytical skills, impeccable ethical standards, outstanding communication abilities, and a collaborative leadership style.


• Highly competitive salary (range is $250k + commensurate with experience).


• Comprehensive union-sponsored health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.


• Generous defined-benefit pension plans and profit-sharing DC Plan.


• Generous paid time off (PTO) and observed holidays.