Strategic Nonprofit Finance Controller

DEVNW; Oregon City (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

401k with employer match

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Vacation, sick and personal leave

Job summary

DevNW seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for the nonprofit. You will partner with leadership to support strategic planning and decision-making while building a strong, collaborative accounting team.

You will oversee budgeting, audits, and grant/funding management, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory standards. The role requires a proactive leader who communicates clearly with non-finance colleagues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• 5+ years of senior-level accounting experience with complex reporting.
• Experience supervising accounting/finance teams.
• Experience with federal grants, tax credits, or bonds.
• GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations and financial reporting for DevNW and related entities.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, audits, and annual reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial policies.
• Provide financial insights to strategic planning and decision making.
• Develop and mentor Accounting staff and supervise team.
• Ensure grant and contract compliance across programs.
• Communicate complex financial information to non-finance staff.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Internal controls

Grant accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's or CPA (preferred)

Tools

Abila/MIP Fund Accounting

Job description

DevNW seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for the nonprofit. You will partner with leadership to support strategic planning and decision-making while building a strong, collaborative accounting team.

You will oversee budgeting, audits, and grant/funding management, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory standards. The role requires a proactive leader who communicates clearly with non-finance colleagues