Nonprofit Fund Controller (Hybrid) — GAAP & Grants

Delphi Technologies; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Fund UCC in Cleveland, OH seeks a dedicated Fund Controller to oversee daily accounting operations, close processes, and financial reporting in a nonprofit setting. Reporting to the CFO, this role ensures GAAP compliance, donor restrictions, and grant requirements while maintaining strong internal controls.

This individual-contributor position requires 3–5 years of nonprofit accounting experience, proficiency with ERP systems, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance required.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience; nonprofit or fund accounting preferred.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and nonprofit fund accounting experience.
• Experience supporting annual independent audit and grant reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting software and advanced Excel; willingness to learn systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including A/P, A/R, cash management, and GL maintenance.
• Oversee month-end/year-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Prepare internal financial reports for CFO/Executive Director and Finance & Loan Committee; include variance analysis.
• Support annual budgeting and monitor results against budget; flag variances.
• Administer restricted and unrestricted fund accounting per donor restrictions and grant terms.
• Coordinate and support the annual independent audit; provide required schedules and documentation.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.
• Monitor cash flow, operating reserves, and lines of credit; manage banking relationships.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Fund accounting

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Trinergy

Blackbaud Financial Edge

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cornerstone Fund UCC in Cleveland, OH seeks a dedicated Fund Controller to oversee daily accounting operations, close processes, and financial reporting in a nonprofit setting. Reporting to the CFO, this role ensures GAAP compliance, donor restrictions, and grant requirements while maintaining strong internal controls.

This individual-contributor position requires 3–5 years of nonprofit accounting experience, proficiency with ERP systems, and excellent communication skills.