Strategic Controller | GAAP, Audits & Financial Leadership

Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations, oversee month-end close, financial reporting, audits, budgeting support, and process improvement in a mission-driven nonprofit.

You will partner with the CFO and cross-functional teams, manage Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and Paylocity, strengthen internal controls, ensure grant and construction accounting accuracy, and provide strategic financial insights to guide decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, or construction accounting preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP and internal control principles.
• Experience preparing or supporting external audits and IRS Form 990 filings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting functions including receivables, payables, cash management, cost accounting, and the general ledger.
• Provide hands-on accounting support by posting cash disbursements and deposits and assisting with other transaction processing as needed to support the team.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of deposits, mortgage activity, ACH/wires, and NSF items.
• Prepare mortgage remittances and supporting documentation and submit them to the Vice President of Mortgage Servicing for review and payment to the banks.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and oversee new accounts and project code setup.
• Review and approve disbursements, including AP, purchase orders, expense reports, and purchase cards.
• Provide oversight of mortgage/escrow processes.
• Lead and actively participate in the monthly close, including preparing and posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, reviewing supporting schedules, and completing other close activities as needed.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and monthly reporting packages, including budget-to-actual results and variance analysis.
• Provide financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and accounting treatment for grants, contributions, pledges, home sales, and other funding arrangements.
• Oversee job costing and construction-in-process entries.
• Partner with Construction on project budgets, bid reviews, and monitoring job performance.
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulations.
• Partner with the Compliance Manager to review grant agreements, government funding documents, and related requirements; understand the terms and conditions of each funding source; and ensure funding is recorded with the correct accounting treatment, including identifying loans, forgivable loans, grants, and other obligations.
• Lead annual audit and IRS Form 990 preparation.
• Ensure complete and accurate financial documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Oversee financial systems (Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Paylocity), including training and optimization.
• Ensure cross-training of department staff.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Integrity

Communication

Organization

Self-direction

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

Bill.com

Paylocity

Job description

Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations, oversee month-end close, financial reporting, audits, budgeting support, and process improvement in a mission-driven nonprofit.

You will partner with the CFO and cross-functional teams, manage Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and Paylocity, strengthen internal controls, ensure grant and construction accounting accuracy, and provide strategic financial insights to guide decisions.