Strategic Nonprofit Controller: Budget & Compliance Lead

National Test Pilot School; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the non-profit sector in California is seeking a Controller to oversee financial management, including budgeting, payroll, and compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of accounting experience, advanced skills in ADP and QuickBooks, and strong analytical abilities. This role requires strategic collaboration with the CFO to drive effective financial operations and reporting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of work experience in accounting or finance.
• Advanced proficiency with ADP to process payroll.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess financial information.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CFO to develop annual operating budget.
• Manage payroll and ensure contract compliance.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Generate monthly budget versus actual reports for program staff.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Budget Preparation

ADP

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

Master’s degree

Tools

ADP

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading organization in the non-profit sector in California is seeking a Controller to oversee financial management, including budgeting, payroll, and compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of accounting experience, advanced skills in ADP and QuickBooks, and strong analytical abilities. This role requires strategic collaboration with the CFO to drive effective financial operations and reporting.