Controller (Non-Profit)

Australia-Employment; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership growth

Meaningful impact

Broad financial ownership

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Australia-Employment seeks a Controller (Non-Profit) to lead day-to-day finance, grant accounting, budgeting, and internal controls for a mission-driven organization in Akron, OH. You will collaborate with the CFO and senior leadership to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

The role offers broad ownership across accounting, grants, audits, and financial operations, with opportunities for leadership growth in a collaborative, impact-focused team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Nonprofit accounting experience and knowledge of nonprofit GAAP preferred; CPA designation a plus.
• Experience with grant accounting, government grant compliance, and federal regulations (2 CFR 200) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and issue financial statements and reports for leadership, the Board, and funding partners.
• Manage grant accounting, track restricted funds, and assist with budgets and reimbursements.
• Prepare, track, and reconcile ledgers and budgets across programs and grants.

Skills

Grant accounting

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Accounts payable/receivable

Internal controls

Excel proficiency

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Grant management systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Controller (Non-Profit)

$75000 - $95000 per year | Akron, OH | On-site | Permanent

Controller | Nonprofit Finance, Grant Accounting & Financial Operations

A bit about us:

Bring your accounting expertise to a dynamic organization where strong financial stewardship supports innovation, entrepreneurship, and meaningful community impact.

Our client is a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and fostering innovation. Through specialized resources, collaborative programming, and a dynamic professional environment, the organization helps individuals and businesses overcome challenges and pursue sustainable growth. Their culture values teamwork, adaptability, trust, resourcefulness, and a shared commitment to making a positive impact.

Why join us?

• Leadership Growth – Build toward a broader financial leadership role while partnering closely with executive leadership.
• Meaningful Impact – Help strengthen an organization that supports entrepreneurs, businesses, and regional economic growth.
• Broad Financial Ownership – Gain hands-on responsibility across accounting, grants, budgeting, compliance, audits, and financial reporting.
• Collaborative Culture – Join a dynamic, innovative team that values problem-solving, trust, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

Job Details

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller is responsible for the day-to-day finance and accounting operations of a mission-driven nonprofit organization, including bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, grant accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. This hands-on role ensures accurate and timely financial information for leadership, the Board of Directors, funding partners, and other stakeholders. The Controller works collaboratively across the organization and serves as a key partner to the CFO in budgeting, audit preparation, compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Job Duties

Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare, analyze, and issue financial statements and related reports for leadership, the Board of Directors, funding partners, and other stakeholders.
• Manage grant accounting, including tracking restricted funds, recording grant receivables, and assisting with grant budgets and reimbursement requests.
• Prepare, track, and reconcile ledgers and budgets across multiple programs and grants.
• Collect, analyze, and consolidate financial data to support accurate reporting and informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities in partnership with the CFO, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, receipts, deposits, purchase orders, invoices, refunds, and general bookkeeping.
• Coordinate and manage procurement activities.
• Oversee banking activities, including deposits, account management, and reconciliations.
• Support the CFO in developing annual budgets and forecasts in collaboration with departmental teams.
• Prepare recurring invoices in coordination with appropriate internal teams.
• Review and approve invoices submitted through the organization’s payment processing platform.

Financial Compliance

• Coordinate the annual financial statement audit or financial review process with the CFO and external advisors.
• Design, document, and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations, grant requirements, and internal policies.
• Compile financial information required for organizational tax filings, including Forms 990 and 1099.

Payroll, Banking & Procurement

• Review and process employee expense reports.
• Coordinate and manage procurement activities and related financial processes.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 3–5 years of relevant experience. Nonprofit accounting experience and knowledge of nonprofit GAAP are preferred; CPA designation is a plus.
• Strong accounting knowledge across payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with grant accounting, government grant compliance, and federal financial regulations, including 2 CFR 200, preferred.
• High level of ethics, integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Strong collaboration, organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with accounting, payment processing, and related financial systems.
• Self-starter who can thrive in a small, dynamic environment, work independently, prioritize competing responsibilities, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Interest in supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, startups, and broader economic development initiatives.

This opportunity is well suited for an accounting professional who wants to expand their responsibilities and grow into a broader financial leadership role within a mission-driven nonprofit organization.