Non-Profit Controller

Alliance Resource Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Resource Group is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit to hire an experienced Controller who will lead accounting operations and provide strategic financial oversight during growth. This is a high-visibility role requiring hands-on leadership.

The Controller will work closely with executive leadership, oversee daily accounting activities, strengthen internal controls, and ensure accurate, timely GAAP-based financial reporting across programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles.
• Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Experience with grant accounting, fund accounting, and restricted contributions.
• Experience managing annual audits and internal controls.
• Familiarity with grant funding and compliance requirements is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including GL, payables, receivables, payroll, and close.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under GAAP.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 958 and fund accounting standards.
• Lead the annual financial audit with external auditors.
• Oversee grant accounting and monitoring of restricted/unrestricted funds.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership, board, and committees.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Oversee cash management and bank reconciliations across programs.
• Ensure timely Form 990 preparation and regulatory reporting.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency.
• Mentor and develop the accounting team.
• Support department leaders with budgeting and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

We are partnering with a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting operations and provide financial oversight as the organization continues to grow.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on while also playing a strategic role in supporting the organization's financial health and long-term objectives. The Controller will work closely with executive leadership, oversee day-to-day accounting activities, strengthen internal controls, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, experience in the nonprofit sector, and the ability to balance operational responsibilities with broader financial initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close.
• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, including ASC 958, restricted contributions, grants, and fund accounting.
• Lead the annual financial audit, working closely with external auditors and preparing supporting schedules and documentation.
• Oversee grant accounting, including tracking restricted and unrestricted funds, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
• Partner with executive leadership on annual budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis for senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and Finance Committee.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard organizational assets.
• Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting across multiple programs or funding sources.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local reporting requirements, including supporting the preparation of Form 990.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting capabilities, and overall operational efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering a collaborative and accountable environment.
• Serve as a key financial resource to department leaders, helping them understand budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a management or leadership capacity.
• Prior experience in nonprofit accounting strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, nonprofit financial reporting, grant accounting, fund accounting, and restricted contributions.
• Experience managing annual audits, financial statement preparation, and internal controls.
• Familiarity with grant accounting, government funding, and compliance requirements is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with executive leadership, department heads, and board members.
• Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to roll up their sleeves when needed.