Controller (Ref#093)

Adilstone Group; Maineville (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adilstone Group is seeking a hands-on financial leader in Maineville, Ohio, to manage accounting operations, compliance, and audits in a mission-driven environment. This full-time, on-site position involves directing the accounting function and collaborating with senior leadership to ensure financial health across multiple campuses.

Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of accounting experience, including 2 years in leadership, and be well-versed in GAAP and ERP systems. The role emphasizes effective communication and mentorship within the accounting team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Nonprofit or church accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct the full accounting function including accounts payable and payroll.
• Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.
• Prepare financial statements and provide analysis for leadership decision-making.
• Supervise and mentor the accounting staff team.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

This is a hands-on financial leadership role at a large, multi-campus faith-based organization. You'll own the full accounting function, from payroll and accounts payable to budgeting, reporting, and audit coordination, while also serving as a strategic partner to the CFO and senior leadership team.

The organization runs complex financial operations across multiple locations. Your job is to keep those operations clean, compliant, and well-communicated. That means strong GAAP knowledge, comfort with ERP systems, and the ability to translate numbers into clear insights for leaders who aren't accountants.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Operations

• Direct the full accounting function, including accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and organizational financial policies.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact with external auditors.

Financial Reporting & Forecasting

• Prepare financial statements and forecasting reports across multiple campuses and departments.
• Provide financial analysis and insights that support leadership decision‑making.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, accessible summaries for non‑financial leaders.

Budgeting & Planning

• Oversee the annual budgeting process in collaboration with campus and senior leaders.
• Monitor budget performance and flag variances with context and recommendations.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and planning to support ongoing operations.

Asset & Plan Management

• Monitor and manage the performance of invested assets against established objectives.
• Manage the organization's retirement plans and prepare all required reports.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor the accounting staff team.
• Build a team culture that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Nonprofit or church accounting experience is a plus.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with retirement plan reporting and invested asset management.

Leadership & Communication

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communicator who can work collaboratively with campus leaders and executives.
• Ability to translate financial complexity into clear language for non‑financial stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time, on‑site role based in Louisville, Kentucky. You'll work within a mission-driven organization that holds its staff to a clear set of values: Honor, Care, Accountability, Grit, Authenticity, Humility, and a genuine sense of community. Alignment with the organization's faith‑based mission and values is an expectation for this role.