Strategic Financial Controller - Nonprofit & Grants

Addiction Treatment Center of New England; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Controller at Addiction Treatment Center of New England oversees day-to-day financial operations, accounting, budgeting, and reporting for all programs and facilities, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timely financial closes.

Reporting to the CEO and partnering with the COO, this role provides clear, actionable financial information, manages revenue cycles and compliance, and supports strategic planning and risk management for the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting and grant management is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to explain financial information to non-financial leaders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, accounting activities, and recordkeeping for all programs and facilities.
• Lead budgeting processes and present analyses to the Board.
• Coordinate payroll and liaise with ADP for timely payroll processing.
• Manage revenue cycle, client fees, and billing oversight to optimize collections.
• Support external audits and ensure compliance with nonprofit standards.
• Maintain internal controls and financial policy documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

CPA designation or progress toward certification

Tools

ADP payroll system

QuickBooks

Job description

The Controller at Addiction Treatment Center of New England oversees day-to-day financial operations, accounting, budgeting, and reporting for all programs and facilities, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timely financial closes.

Reporting to the CEO and partnering with the COO, this role provides clear, actionable financial information, manages revenue cycles and compliance, and supports strategic planning and risk management for the organization.