Controller (Non-Profit)

Jobot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot, a mission-driven nonprofit, is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations and partner with the CFO on financial strategy and reporting. You will lead the accounting team, ensure accurate financial close, and drive process improvements across budgeting, cash management, and internal controls.

The role emphasizes collaboration with executives, robust donor accounting, and strengthening financial workflows to support growth and mission impact in a Houston-based, on-site

Qualifications

• Lead and develop the accounting team with accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee donation records, reconciliations, and recurring financial reporting.
• Review and approve purchase requests, accounts payable, payments and journal entries.
• Manage expense reporting and corporate card processes with compliance.
• Coordinate month-end close, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet integrity.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting and assist with audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee contribution processing, donation records, reconciliations, and recurring financial reporting.
• Review and approve purchase requests, accounts payable transactions, payment processing, and journal entries.
• Manage expense reporting and corporate credit card processes, ensuring timely submission, reconciliation, and compliance.
• Evaluate and improve inventory management processes, maintaining accurate and reconciled balances.
• Oversee month-end close activities, ensuring timely reconciliation of bank and balance sheet accounts and resolution of discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting and analysis for CFO review, including budget-to-actual results, variance analysis, and cash flow reporting.
• Prepare quarterly financial statements, contribution reporting, and required banking documentation.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial workflows.
• Partner with the CFO on annual operating and capital budgeting processes.
• Monitor monthly financial performance and collaborate with department leaders to manage budgets and expenditures.
• Lead annual audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors across the organization and related entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of annual 1099 reporting and other applicable compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology, automation, and process improvements to enhance financial operations.
• Perform additional accounting and financial responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain a standard Monday–Friday schedule, with occasional flexibility for organizational events or business needs outside regular hours.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Leadership

Process improvement

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/related field

CPA designation

Tools

Sage Intacct

Excel

Job description

Controller (Non-Profit)

$100000 - $150000 per year | Houston, TX | On-site | Permanent

Controller – Lead Financial Operations & Drive Strategic Growth for a Mission-Driven Organization

A bit about us:

Our client is a growing, faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the community through service, outreach, and meaningful connections. With a strong commitment to integrity, stewardship, and operational excellence, they foster a collaborative, mission-focused culture where financial leadership plays a critical role in supporting organizational growth and long-term sustainability.

Why join us?

• Partner directly with the CFO and play a key role in financial strategy, reporting, and organizational decision-making
• Lead and develop an accounting team while driving process improvements and strengthening internal controls
• Gain broad exposure to budgeting, financial reporting, cash management, and nonprofit accounting operations
• Join a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your financial expertise directly supports meaningful community impact

Job Details

Our client, a growing, mission-driven nonprofit organization, is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations and serve as a key financial partner to the CFO. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, internal controls, and financial close processes.

The Controller will lead and develop the accounting team, establish accountability for financial operations, and take a hands-on approach to preparing key financial reports and analyses for executive leadership. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen financial processes, drive operational improvements, and support the organization's continued growth and mission.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee contribution processing, donation records, reconciliations, and recurring financial reporting.
• Review and approve purchase requests, accounts payable transactions, payment processing, and journal entries.
• Manage expense reporting and corporate credit card processes, ensuring timely submission, reconciliation, and compliance.
• Evaluate and improve inventory management processes, maintaining accurate and reconciled balances.
• Oversee month-end close activities, ensuring timely reconciliation of bank and balance sheet accounts and resolution of discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting and analysis for CFO review, including budget-to-actual results, variance analysis, and cash flow reporting.
• Prepare quarterly financial statements, contribution reporting, and required banking documentation.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial workflows.
• Partner with the CFO on annual operating and capital budgeting processes.
• Monitor monthly financial performance and collaborate with department leaders to manage budgets and expenditures.
• Lead annual audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors across the organization and related entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of annual 1099 reporting and other applicable compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology, automation, and process improvements to enhance financial operations.
• Perform additional accounting and financial responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain a standard Monday–Friday schedule, with occasional flexibility for organizational events or business needs outside regular hours.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversee, mentor, and develop accounting and finance support personnel.
• Establish clear performance expectations and ensure accountability for accurate and timely financial operations.
• Promote professional development, teamwork, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of financial management experience; 8+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting or fund accounting preferred.
• CPA designation is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience managing, mentoring, and developing accounting teams.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and strong financial systems experience; Sage Intacct experience preferred.
• Experience leveraging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and accounting best practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and executive leadership.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Passionate about supporting a mission-driven organization and making a meaningful impact.
• Leads with integrity, humility, accountability, and a service-oriented mindset.
• Brings a positive, collaborative approach to leadership and team development.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and a high level of confidentiality.
• Proactive problem solver who takes ownership of responsibilities and continuously seeks opportunities for improvement.
• Trustworthy, dependable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of financial stewardship and operational excellence.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.