Senior Nonprofit Controller | Finance & Compliance Leader

Carter Burden Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carter Burden Network in New York, NY is seeking a Controller to manage financial accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, budgets, and audits under the CFO.

You will ensure regulatory compliance for government contracts, prepare financial reports for leadership, and supervise accounting staff. This full-time exempt role requires strong attention to detail and collaborative work with program directors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in financial management.
• Experience in non-profit or social services settings.
• Strong understanding of audit preparation, compliance, and government contract reporting.
• Experience managing restricted funds and compliance with government contracts.
• Proficiency in financial accounting software and budgeting tools.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight and Reporting: manage AP, payroll, cash disbursements, and restricted funds.
• Lead the monthly-close process and prepare reports for committees and the board.
• Oversee budgets and analysis for external foundations and donors.
• Audit and Compliance: prepare for audits and support government contract reporting.
• Budget and Cash Management: develop annual budgets and monitor cash flow projections.
• Payroll and Benefits Administration: supervise payroll and liaise with HR on benefits.
• Team Collaboration: supervise accounting staff and ensure reconciliations and effective financial controls.

Skills

GAAP

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Payroll administration

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Fund accounting

Non-profit awareness

Education

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

CPA preferred

Tools

Fund accounting software

Job description

Carter Burden Network in New York, NY is seeking a Controller to manage financial accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, budgets, and audits under the CFO.

You will ensure regulatory compliance for government contracts, prepare financial reports for leadership, and supervise accounting staff. This full-time exempt role requires strong attention to detail and collaborative work with program directors.