Controller - Nonprofit

All In One Accounting; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 10% of salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A strategic accounting firm for nonprofits is seeking an experienced Nonprofit Controller to lead teams and manage client relationships. This role involves providing high-level advisory services, mentoring accountants, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of nonprofit accounting experience and is skilled in financial oversight and strategic planning. Benefits include a competitive salary, remote work options, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive nonprofit accounting experience, including team leadership.
• Proven success in managing multiple client relationships in a consulting environment.
• Excellence in financial analysis and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee delivery teams, providing mentorship and guidance to accountants.
• Own and nurture client relationships, ensuring delivery of value‑based services.
• Design and implement strategic solutions, balancing hands‑on expertise with strategic planning.

Skills

Client relationship management

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Mentoring abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration

Job description

All In One Accounting is the strategic accounting team for mission‑driven nonprofits and growth‑minded entrepreneurs. We are a 7‑time winner of the 50 Fastest Growing Companies in the Twin Cities and are committed to empowering businesses and nonprofits with financial clarity, growth, protection, and amplified impact.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Part‑time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Nonprofit Controller to lead delivery teams, mentor accountants, and provide high‑level advisory services for our small‑business clients. As a controller, you will own client relationships while guiding internal delivery teams to ensure exceptional service delivery in a dynamic, multi‑client environment that demands both strategic thinking and hands‑on problem solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee delivery teams, providing mentorship and guidance to accountants.
• Own and nurture client relationships, ensuring delivery of value‑based services.
• Design and implement strategic solutions, balancing hands‑on expertise with strategic planning.
• Develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for financial operations.
• Contribute to company goals through proactive client management and team development.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to drive client success.
• Lead month‑end closing meetings with clients and internal teams to present financials.
• Oversee preparation and review of monthly financial statements and key reports.
• Analyze budget variances and communicate significant issues and opportunities.
• Prepare cash‑flow forecasting and strategic recommendations.
• Serve as proactive liaison with client’s professional advisors (CPAs, bankers, attorneys).
• Oversee and mentor accountants on delivery teams.
• Review and ensure accuracy of all key financial processes: balance‑sheet reconciliations, AP/AR processes, cash management, month‑end closing entries, payroll integration.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls.
• Ensure consistent high‑quality service delivery across all clients.
• Meet or exceed billable‑hours goals while maintaining service excellence.
• Complete all internal deliverables (time tracking, capacity planning, quarterly initiatives).
• Actively participate in All In One Accounting’s Brand Ambassador program.
• Represent All In One Accounting professionally while fostering team collaboration.
• Maintain highest standards of security compliance and asset protection.
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of progressive nonprofit accounting experience, including team leadership.
• Proven success in managing multiple client relationships in a consulting environment.
• Strong mentoring and team development abilities.
• Excellence in financial analysis and strategic planning.
• Outstanding communication skills with both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality.
• Advanced technical skills with various accounting platforms.

Benefits

All In One Accounting offers full or part‑time delivery team positions with a mix of client interaction and internal team camaraderie. Roles are available onsite or fully remote, and we respect the varied needs of our team.

• Salary: $85,000 – $125,000
• Annual bonus: up to 10% of salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Long‑term and short‑term disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and dependent care options
• Professional development opportunities

All In One Accounting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.