Financial Controller for Real Estate Not-for-Profit

NeighborWorks; Minnesota; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NeighborWorks is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls for our nonprofit organization. You will lead a team, maintain data integrity, and drive process improvements across payroll, AP, AR, and grants management.

The role requires GAAP expertise, 3+ years in accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to clearly communicate financial information to diverse stakeholders including the board

Qualifications

• Not-for-profit accounting experience.
• 3+ years in industry or public accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Ability to explain financial information to various audiences.
• Proficient in Excel or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting staff by communicating standards and providing feedback.
• Review internal control activities and address gaps.
• Document accounting compliance requirements and deadlines.
• Review AP/AR/payroll and other accounting transactions.
• Reconcile GL activity and resolve outstanding items.
• Back up other team members’ finance tasks.
• Advise on process improvements to improve quality and efficiency.
• Provide technical accounting guidance for nonprofit projects and grants.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee month-end close and consolidation processes.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax accountants.
• Prepare routine and ad hoc financial reports.

Skills

Not-for-profit accounting

Accounting experience (3+ years)

GAAP knowledge

Process improvement

Accuracy and reliability

Communication of financial information

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

NeighborWorks is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls for our nonprofit organization. You will lead a team, maintain data integrity, and drive process improvements across payroll, AP, AR, and grants management.

The role requires GAAP expertise, 3+ years in accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to clearly communicate financial information to diverse stakeholders including the board