Senior Director of Accounting & Controller — Remote

National Student Clearinghouse; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

National Student Clearinghouse is seeking a Senior Director, Controller to serve as the organization’s principal accounting officer, reporting to the CFO and leading 8–12 accounting professionals. You will oversee the full accounting function, tax compliance, audits, and external financial reporting to support NSC’s mission.

In this remote-first role, you will partner with FP&A, procurement, HR, IT, and legal to strengthen financial stewardship, governance, and the long-term sustainability of

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting operations in accordance with U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, targeting a 7-business-day close cycle.
• Ensure accurate preparation of internal and external financial statements and related disclosures.
• Oversee account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger activities.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of grants, contributions, contracts, subscriptions, and service revenue.
• Interpret and communicate financial operating results to NSC leaders in a timely and accessible manner.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Nonprofit accounting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Audits & tax

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Job description

National Student Clearinghouse is seeking a Senior Director, Controller to serve as the organization’s principal accounting officer, reporting to the CFO and leading 8–12 accounting professionals. You will oversee the full accounting function, tax compliance, audits, and external financial reporting to support NSC’s mission.

In this remote-first role, you will partner with FP&A, procurement, HR, IT, and legal to strengthen financial stewardship, governance, and the long-term sustainability of