Strategic Nonprofit Controller — GAAP & Audit Lead

Music for All, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Music for All, Inc. is seeking a Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations for the organization and its foundation.

The role reports to the CFO and focuses on accurate financial records, timely reporting, and strong internal controls across multiple entities. You will supervise accounting staff, manage close processes, coordinate the annual audit, and collaborate with departments to strengthen financial processes while maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all financial

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge and financial reporting expertise.
• Tax compliance and governmental reporting awareness.
• Experience with intercompany transactions and consolidations.
• Proficiency with computerized accounting systems and MS 365.
• Strong Excel skills for reconciliations and analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to manage deadlines.
• Budgeting experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; relevant finance experience.
• Ability to supervise staff and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations and supervise accounting staff; manage monthly/year-end closes and external reporting.
• Maintain records for Music for All, Inc. and Foundation; intercompany reconciliations and consolidated reporting.
• Support CFO with policies, procedures, and systems maintenance.
• Oversee general ledger integrity, reconciliations, AP, payroll-related accounting; resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure proper accounting for event revenue, sponsorships, contributions, grants, and donor funds.
• Coordinate tax filings and government reports; liaise with external tax professionals.

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Tax compliance

Gov reporting

Consolidations

MS 365

Excel

Communication

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Leadership

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Access

Job description

Music for All, Inc. is seeking a Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations for the organization and its foundation.

The role reports to the CFO and focuses on accurate financial records, timely reporting, and strong internal controls across multiple entities. You will supervise accounting staff, manage close processes, coordinate the annual audit, and collaborate with departments to strengthen financial processes while maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all financial