Strategic Nonprofit Controller & Grants Lead

The ASP Team; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The ASP Team seeks a seasoned Controller to safeguard the financial integrity of a small nonprofit. You will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, cash management, and grant compliance, reporting to the CEO and guiding the finance team.

In this role you will partner with senior leadership on budgeting, financial planning and grant management, coordinating with a bookkeeping firm and managing payroll. Nonprofit experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organization, leadership, and accounting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for accuracy and compliance of financial records and reporting.
• Supervise accounting staff and external bookkeeping firm.
• Monitor available operational cash.
• Prepare monthly and special financial reports.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, AR and donation reconciliation, and grant audits.
• Manage payroll processing via 3rd party platform (ADP).
• Develop cost allocation systems compliant with grant regulations.
• Lead annual independent audit and government grant audits.
• Develop an annual budget with Senior Management Team.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Non-profit accounting practices

Effective communication

Organization & management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration

Job description

The ASP Team seeks a seasoned Controller to safeguard the financial integrity of a small nonprofit. You will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, cash management, and grant compliance, reporting to the CEO and guiding the finance team.

In this role you will partner with senior leadership on budgeting, financial planning and grant management, coordinating with a bookkeeping firm and managing payroll. Nonprofit experience is essential.