Mission-Driven Nonprofit Controller | Hybrid/Remote

Cherry Bekaert Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Foundation seeks a seasoned Controller to lead accounting operations and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership. You will oversee the full financial function, ensure GAAP compliance, and support the organization’s mission with accurate reporting and strong internal controls.

This high-visibility role involves direct interaction with senior leadership and Board stakeholders, overseeing grants, audits, and financial planning while mentoring a skilled accounting team in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including non-profit accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Grant/fund accounting and nonprofit reporting requirements experience.
• Experience leading teams and improving processes; strong communication with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and financial reporting
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close with accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and present financial statements, board reporting packages, and variance analyses
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning aligned to organizational goals
• Ensure GAAP, fund accounting standards, and nonprofit regulations compliance
• Oversee annual audits, 990 preparation, and external audit relationships
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls and financial processes
• Partner cross-functionally with program leadership on grants tracking and reporting
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team

Skills

Financial reporting

Full-cycle accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Cash flow management

Audit & compliance oversight

Grant/fund accounting

Leadership & team management

Communication to stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Job description

Cherry Bekaert Foundation seeks a seasoned Controller to lead accounting operations and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership. You will oversee the full financial function, ensure GAAP compliance, and support the organization’s mission with accurate reporting and strong internal controls.

This high-visibility role involves direct interaction with senior leadership and Board stakeholders, overseeing grants, audits, and financial planning while mentoring a skilled accounting team in