Controller - Nonprofit

CFS; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

CFS in Providence, RI is seeking a high-impact Controller for a nonprofit organization. You will lead all accounting and financial operations, partner with leadership and program teams, and own financial reporting, budgeting and controls.

The role offers a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office) with base salary of $125,000–$150,000 plus benefits and bonus potential, aligning with nonprofit leadership expectations and mission-driven impact.

Qualifications

• Experience leading nonprofit accounting and compliance.
• Proven ability to lead close processes and manage a finance team.
• Strong communication and hands-on leadership style.
• Familiarity with GAAP, audits, and Form 990.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial operations, including general ledger and month-/year-end close.
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports for leadership, funders and stakeholders.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and program-level financial planning.
• Oversee GAAP compliance and regulatory audits, including Form 990.
• Manage, mentor and develop finance staff while improving processes and controls.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

GAAP compliance

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA/CPA preferred

Job description

Location: Providence, RI

Salary: $125,000–$150,000 base + benefits and bonus potential

hybrid work schedule - 3 days/week in office

Why This Controller - Nonprofit Opportunity Stands Out

This is a high-impact Controller role with a mission-driven nonprofit organization. The position serves as the senior accounting leader, partnering closely with leadership and program teams. It offers meaningful ownership of financial operations, visibility across the organization, and the opportunity to strengthen systems, reporting, and controls in support of long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities Of The Controller - Nonprofit

• Lead all accounting and financial operations, including the general ledger and monthly/year-end close
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports for leadership, funders, and stakeholders
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and program-level financial planning
• Oversee compliance with GAAP and federal/state regulations, including audits and Form 990
• Manage, mentor, and develop finance staff while improving processes and controls

Qualifications Of The Controller - Nonprofit

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA/CPA preferred)
• Strong nonprofit accounting and compliance experience
• Proven ability to lead close processes and manage a finance team
• Clear communicator with a hands-on, practical leadership style

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