Nonprofit Controller - Hybrid, PTO & 401(k)

Walrath Recruiting, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K

Job summary

Walrath Recruiting, Inc. is assisting in finding a Controller for an important nonprofit client in the Albany area. This full-time, permanent role oversees all day-to-day accounting and financial operations, maintains the general ledger, and delivers timely financial statements and management reports.

Hybrid work arrangements support work-life balance in this nonprofit setting. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 10+ years of progressive accounting experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, grant compliance, and IRS Form 990.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the organization.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial records.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and bank reconciliations.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor organizational performance against the budget.
• Prepare financial forecasts and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate and manage annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Present financial information and reports to executive leadership.
• Monitor organizational cash reserves and investment accounts.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiencies.

Skills

GAAP

Nonprofit accounting

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Walrath Recruiting, Inc. is assisting in finding a Controller for an important nonprofit client in the Albany area. This full-time, permanent role oversees all day-to-day accounting and financial operations, maintains the general ledger, and delivers timely financial statements and management reports.

Hybrid work arrangements support work-life balance in this nonprofit setting. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 10+ years of progressive accounting experience