Senior Financial Controller - Nonprofit Leader

Gabriel Group; Town and Country (MO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Hour Ministries in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Controller to lead daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for a nonprofit organization. The role emphasizes GAAP, IRS compliance, and efficiency improvements in a hybrid work setting.

The Controller will manage budgeting, audits, and cross-department collaboration while guiding a finance team with strategic oversight and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• CPA strongly preferred for leadership level responsibility.
• Experience with ERP systems and nonprofit accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Ensure timely financial reporting to stakeholders at all levels.
• Oversee annual audit, 990-T filings, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain internal controls and budgeting processes across the organization.
• Lead finance team development, cross-training, and governance.
• Coordinate department budgeting and variance analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

ERP systems

Education

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

Master’s Degree

CPA

Tools

Sage Intacct

Salesforce

Job description

Lutheran Hour Ministries in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Controller to lead daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for a nonprofit organization. The role emphasizes GAAP, IRS compliance, and efficiency improvements in a hybrid work setting.

The Controller will manage budgeting, audits, and cross-department collaboration while guiding a finance team with strategic oversight and strong analytical skills.