Equity-Focused Nonprofit Controller

RCF Connects; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Matching retirement contribution

Job summary

RCF Connects is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the finance department and report to the President & CEO. You will manage accounting, reporting, and internal controls for the foundation and its affiliated LLC, ensuring compliance with nonprofit GAAP and timely financial statements.

You will drive monthly closes, audits, and financial analyses, partner with leadership on equity initiatives, and mentor accounting staff in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• BS in accounting required with 5–7 years of accounting experience and 3–5 years as a nonprofit Controller.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including A/R, A/P, G/L, reconciliations, grant and fund accounting, and fixed assets for RCF and its property development LLC.
• Coordinate annual audit and month-end/year-end close; prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and projections; provide cash flow analyses.
• Report variances to CEO/Leadership Team; ensure timely tax filings including IRS Form 990.
• Lead financial analysis to support equity goals and strategic growth decisions.
• Manage and train accounting staff and optimize internal controls for a nonprofit.
• Collaborate with President/CEO and Board on fringe benefits and finance committee relations.

Skills

Accounting experience

Controller experience

Nonprofit GAAP

Fund accounting

Grant accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Multi-tasking

Education

BS in accounting

Master's degree preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Financial reporting tools

Job description

RCF Connects is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the finance department and report to the President & CEO. You will manage accounting, reporting, and internal controls for the foundation and its affiliated LLC, ensuring compliance with nonprofit GAAP and timely financial statements.

You will drive monthly closes, audits, and financial analyses, partner with leadership on equity initiatives, and mentor accounting staff in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.