Strategic Nonprofit Controller & Finance Systems Lead

Plan International; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 101,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan International USA seeks a Controller to lead the accounting function, strengthen controls, and modernize reporting. This senior role manages close processes, audits, NICRA, payroll, and code-to-cash data flows across Dynamics 365, Ramp, and Power BI in a federated nonprofit environment.

The position requires CPA preference, 8+ years in nonprofit finance leadership, and strong collaboration with grants, development, and IT teams. Located in Providence, RI area with standard full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in a nonprofit finance leadership role.
• Experience with audits, regulatory filings, and internal control processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and year-end close, ensure timeliness and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee audits, regulatory filings, Form 990, W-2/1099/5500 processes and compliance.
• Manage NICRA development, indirect cost rates, and grant cost principles.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, and expense management; supervise finance staff.
• Develop Power BI dashboards and integrate financial data across systems.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Nonprofit accounting

Audit readiness

Internal controls

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Power BI

Ramp

Salesforce

Job description

Plan International USA seeks a Controller to lead the accounting function, strengthen controls, and modernize reporting. This senior role manages close processes, audits, NICRA, payroll, and code-to-cash data flows across Dynamics 365, Ramp, and Power BI in a federated nonprofit environment.

The position requires CPA preference, 8+ years in nonprofit finance leadership, and strong collaboration with grants, development, and IT teams. Located in Providence, RI area with standard full-time hours.