Strategic Nonprofit Finance Controller

Building Bright Futures of Vermont; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Remote work stipend

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Building Bright Futures of Vermont seeks a Controller to lead financial operations and ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and grant compliance across the organization. This full-time position works with the Executive Director, Business Manager, and Senior Development Manager to support sustainability and growth.

Responsibilities include overseeing monthly/annual reporting, budgeting, and grant revenue forecasting, plus auditing and Form 990 filing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required or equivalent experience.
• Five+ years nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting preferred.
• Experience with grant budgeting and reporting (federal/state/private).
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly and annual financial reporting, including statements of financial position and cash flows.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow scenario planning.
• Ensure grant compliance for restricted and unrestricted funds; manage fund accounting.
• Reconcile and forecast contributed and grant revenue with the Senior Development Manager.
• Establish internal controls, fiscal policies, and risk management practices.
• Lead annual audit and Form 990 filing processes.
• Coordinate with Business Manager to evaluate finance systems for growth.
• Translate complex financial concepts for non-finance staff and Board members.

Skills

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA licensure preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Google Suite

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Building Bright Futures of Vermont seeks a Controller to lead financial operations and ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and grant compliance across the organization. This full-time position works with the Executive Director, Business Manager, and Senior Development Manager to support sustainability and growth.

Responsibilities include overseeing monthly/annual reporting, budgeting, and grant revenue forecasting, plus auditing and Form 990 filing.