Strategic Controller: GAAP, ERP & Team Growth Leader

Syntax Talent Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Syntax Talent Solutions seeks a Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and mentor a growing finance team in a mission-driven nonprofit. You will oversee the general ledger, closes, internal controls, and ERP optimization, partnering with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to drive improvements.

CPA required; 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in multi-entity environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA designation with active licensure.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in a complex or multi-entity environment.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Strong ERP systems experience, with ownership of configuration, processes, and reporting.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with non-finance stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring and supporting less experienced team members.
• Mission-driven mindset in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Hands-on ERP experience (Sage Intacct or comparable cloud ERP).
• Experience in nonprofit or socially focused organizations.
• Background in multi-entity consolidations or project-based accounting.
• Exposure to audit processes and coordination with external auditors.
• Experience implementing or upgrading ERP/financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for accurate statements.
• Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard assets and GAAP compliance.
• Lead preparation and review of financial reports, analyses, and dashboards for leadership.
• Administer and optimize the ERP system for accurate data and reporting.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Supervise, coach, and develop junior team members to build capability.
• Identify and drive process improvements for accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Internal controls

Multi-entity experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

MBA/MAcc (preferred)

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Syntax Talent Solutions seeks a Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and mentor a growing finance team in a mission-driven nonprofit. You will oversee the general ledger, closes, internal controls, and ERP optimization, partnering with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to drive improvements.

CPA required; 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in multi-entity environments.