Controller - Nonprofit Finance & Compliance Leader

Homes of Hope Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA contribution

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

IRA contribution

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Homes of Hope seeks a hands-on Controller toOwn the monthly close and financial reporting, supervise one Staff Accountant, and partner with the Director of Finance & Administration. You will ensure accurate GAAP-based accounting across programs and properties, while collaborating with leaders to improve processes.

The role offers an opportunity to shape financial operations in a mission-driven nonprofit, with a supportive leadership team, and a balance of office presence in Greenville and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• At least four years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and the ability to prepare, review, and explain financial statements.
• Strong reconciliation, research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience identifying accounting discrepancies and bringing issues to resolution.
• Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication with accounting and non‑accounting colleagues.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process including reconciliations, journal entries, balance sheet review, financial statements, and variance analysis.
• Maintain an accurate general ledger and consistent accounting treatment across programs and entities.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, deposits, vendor records, credit cards, and staff Accountant work.
• Prepare and review audit schedules, workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for audits and reviews.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, documentation, and close calendars.
• Supervise and develop the Staff Accountant with clear priorities and coaching.
• Support annual budgeting, payroll and debt reconciliations, cash reporting, and special projects.
• Collaborate with department leaders to resolve coding questions and improve documentation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial statement analysis

Reconciliation

Communication

Time management

Ethical judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Homes of Hope seeks a hands-on Controller toOwn the monthly close and financial reporting, supervise one Staff Accountant, and partner with the Director of Finance & Administration. You will ensure accurate GAAP-based accounting across programs and properties, while collaborating with leaders to improve processes.

The role offers an opportunity to shape financial operations in a mission-driven nonprofit, with a supportive leadership team, and a balance of office presence in Greenville and