Interim Nonprofit Controller — Grant & Audit Lead

Vaco Recruiter Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,768 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A prominent non-profit organization in New York is looking for a Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations. This temporary role may lead to a permanent position for the right candidate. Responsibilities include supervising a small team, managing payroll, and ensuring compliance with audits and government-funded programs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of accounting experience, with a strong background in nonprofits and experience with software such as Great Plains or Blackbaud Financial Edge.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience, including nonprofit experience preferred.
• Proven track record managing successful audits.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger, reconciliations, payroll, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger and month-end close.
• Manage payroll processing using AD.
• Supervise a small team, including training and workflow management.

Skills

Accounting experience

Audit management

Organizational skills

Team supervision

Communication skills

Tools

Great Plains (GP)

Blackbaud Financial Edge

Job description

A prominent non-profit organization in New York is looking for a Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations. This temporary role may lead to a permanent position for the right candidate. Responsibilities include supervising a small team, managing payroll, and ensuring compliance with audits and government-funded programs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of accounting experience, with a strong background in nonprofits and experience with software such as Great Plains or Blackbaud Financial Edge.