Impactful Financial Controller for Nonprofit & Real Estate

Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership; Slayton (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership (SWMHP) is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our team in Minnesota. The role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end close to ensure accurate financial information for decision-making.

The Financial Controller will lead the finance staff, coordinate audits, and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards while supporting departments with budgeting and financial planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with accounting coursework.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting is required.
• Minimum of three years in accounting (industry or public).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting leadership and maintain internal controls.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analyses.
• Manage month-end close and consolidation processes.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee systems and data management for the GL and reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Leadership

Nonprofit accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

General ledger systems

Job description

Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership (SWMHP) is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our team in Minnesota. The role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end close to ensure accurate financial information for decision-making.

The Financial Controller will lead the finance staff, coordinate audits, and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards while supporting departments with budgeting and financial planning.