Nonprofit Assistant Controller - GAAP, Audits & Growth

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plan

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our nonprofit organization in New Jersey. You will support the Controller in managing accounting operations, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting for funding sources such as DOE, DDD, and Medicaid.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, maintaining the general ledger, budgeting, internal controls, audits, and overseeing payroll and vendor payments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from regionally accredited college/university.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred or in process.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in diversified industries, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role; nonprofit experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Pivot tables.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per GAAP and funding sources.
• Maintain the general ledger and supervise accounting staff.
• Prepare annual budget and semiannual projections, including payroll and operating expenses.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Coordinate with external auditors during audits.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, and payroll.
• Ensure tax compliance and prepare Tax Form 990.
• Supervise, train, and support the accounting team.
• Participate in special projects as directed by the Controller.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA or CMA preferred or in process

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

Job description

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our nonprofit organization in New Jersey. You will support the Controller in managing accounting operations, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting for funding sources such as DOE, DDD, and Medicaid.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, maintaining the general ledger, budgeting, internal controls, audits, and overseeing payroll and vendor payments.