Hybrid-Remote Assistant Controller | Nonprofit Finance Leader

firstPRO, Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

firstPRO, Inc in Philadelphia seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations and serve as the Controller's primary backup. Hybrid schedule with two in-office days weekly.

You will oversee close processes, AP/AR/payroll/inventory, and prepare US GAAP financials, while managing a small accounting team and driving process improvements.

Experience in nonprofit accounting and grants is valued; 5+ years in accounting with a Bachelor's in Accounting is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Exposure to grant accounting, restricted funds, endowments, investments, or planned giving is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Take a leadership role in the monthly and year-end close, including reviewing and posting journal entries and reviewing bank reconciliations.
• Provide accounting oversight for AP, AR, payroll, and inventory-related activity
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with US GAAP
• Serve as the Controller's primary backup and help maintain continuity across critical accounting functions
• Identify opportunities to shorten close timelines and improve the efficiency of day-to-day accounting operations
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members
• Establish expectations, monitor performance, and provide ongoing feedback
• Promote cross-training and ensure appropriate backup coverage across key accounting functions
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented accounting environment

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

NetSuite

Salesforce

Communication

Supervision

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Salesforce

Job description

firstPRO, Inc in Philadelphia seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations and serve as the Controller's primary backup. Hybrid schedule with two in-office days weekly.

You will oversee close processes, AP/AR/payroll/inventory, and prepare US GAAP financials, while managing a small accounting team and driving process improvements.

Experience in nonprofit accounting and grants is valued; 5+ years in accounting with a Bachelor's in Accounting is required.