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Controller

Alliance Resource Group
  • CA
  • Instant Apply
2 days ago

Job Description


We are partnering with a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting operations and provide financial oversight as the organization continues to grow.

 

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on while also playing a strategic role in supporting the organization's financial health and long-term objectives. The Controller will work closely with executive leadership, oversee day-to-day accounting activities, strengthen internal controls, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

 

The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, experience in the nonprofit sector, and the ability to balance operational responsibilities with broader financial initiatives.

 

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close.
  • Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
  • Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, including ASC 958, restricted contributions, grants, and fund accounting.
  • Lead the annual financial audit, working closely with external auditors and preparing supporting schedules and documentation.
  • Oversee grant accounting, including tracking restricted and unrestricted funds, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
  • Partner with executive leadership on annual budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
  • Prepare financial reports and analysis for senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and Finance Committee.
  • Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard organizational assets.
  • Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting across multiple programs or funding sources.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local reporting requirements, including supporting the preparation of Form 990.
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting capabilities, and overall operational efficiency.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering a collaborative and accountable environment.
  • Serve as a key financial resource to department leaders, helping them understand budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation.

 

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA designation preferred.
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a management or leadership capacity.
  • Prior experience in nonprofit accounting strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP, nonprofit financial reporting, grant accounting, fund accounting, and restricted contributions.
  • Experience managing annual audits, financial statement preparation, and internal controls.
  • Familiarity with grant accounting, government funding, and compliance requirements is a plus.
  • Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems.
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with executive leadership, department heads, and board members.
  • Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to roll up their sleeves when needed.

 

Numbers & Facts

LocationCA

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
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  • Accounts Receivableunmatched
  • Auditingunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
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  • Cash Managementunmatched
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
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  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Expense Trackingunmatched
  • External Auditunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Analysisunmatched
  • Financial Auditunmatched
  • Financial Controlunmatched
  • Financial Managementunmatched
  • Financial Planningunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Statementsunmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • Fund Accountingunmatched
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  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
  • Government Accountingunmatched
  • Government Grantsunmatched
  • Grant Financialsunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Nonprofitunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Reporting Skillsunmatched
  • Resource Managementunmatched
  • Restricted Fundsunmatched
  • Support Documentationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Accountingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Unrestricted Fundsunmatched

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