Controller (Non-Profit) 16806954

HRB; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work eligibility

Job summary

HRB is seeking a seasoned Controller for a mission-driven nonprofit. You will lead accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, manage grants/fund accounting, and strengthen internal controls while partnering with executive leadership.

This hybrid/remote role offers high visibility with senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders and an opportunity to modernize systems and financial infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including nonprofit accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management.
• Audit and compliance oversight; grant/fund accounting expertise.
• Leadership experience managing teams and improving processes.
• Systems experience with Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close with focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and present financial statements, board reporting, and variance analyses.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and nonprofit regulatory requirements.
• Oversee annual audits, 990 preparation, and external audit relationships.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial processes.
• Partner with program leadership on grant tracking and financial performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.

Skills

Non-profit accounting

GAAP expertise

Budgeting

Forecasting

Audit & compliance

Grant tracking

Fund accounting

Leadership

Communication with leadership

CPA|CPA certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Job description

Title: Controller – Non-Profit
Location:Washington - Maryland - Virginia area
Work Environment:Hybrid / Remote (flexible based on candidate)
Compensation: Competitive base + bonus potential

Overview
A mission-driven, growing non-profit organization is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting operations and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership. This individual will oversee the full financial function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency across all reporting while supporting the organization’s long-term impact.

This is a highly visible role with direct interaction with senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and financial reporting
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and present financial statements, board reporting packages, and variance analyses
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning aligned to organizational goals
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, fund accounting standards, and nonprofit regulations
• Oversee and coordinate annual audits, 990 preparation, and external audit relationships
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls and financial processes
• Partner cross-functionally with program leadership on grant tracking, financial performance, and reporting
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including non-profit accounting
• Strong experience with:
  • Financial reporting & full-cycle accounting
  • Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Audit and compliance oversight
• Expertise in grant/fund accounting and nonprofit reporting requirements
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and improving processes
• Systems experience (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar) highly preferred
• Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and leadership

Why This Role

• High visibility and direct impact on mission delivery
• Opportunity to modernize systems and strengthen financial infrastructure
• Collaborative, mission-focused culture