Controller

Jobot

Columbus, OH

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$120,000–$150,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank Management, Billing, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Expense Allocation, Fiduciary, Finance, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Policies, Financial Regulations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Strategy, Funding, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Higher Education, Internal Audit, Investment Strategy, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Nonprofit, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Reconciliation, Regulatory Reports, Relationship Management, Restricted Funds, Retirement Plan, Tax Accounting, Tax Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player

LOCATION

Columbus, OH

POSTED

Today

Strategic Controller to Lead Financial Operations & Drive Institutional Excellence

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Emily Klopfenstein
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Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a longstanding nonprofit higher education institution dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and academic excellence. With a strong commitment to community engagement and student success, the organization blends tradition with forward-thinking practices to prepare individuals to make meaningful cultural and economic contributions.

Why join us?

Lead and influence financial strategy within a collaborative leadership team
Work in a mission-driven environment that values creativity and innovation
Access strong benefits including retirement contributions, paid time off, and professional development
Be part of a vibrant campus community in a thriving and culturally rich city

Job Details

Position Overview
The Controller role seeks an experienced accounting professional with at least five years of relevant experience. This individual will lead a finance and accounting team, manage cross-functional projects, and collaborate with stakeholders across multiple levels. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining strong governance and internal controls. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role plays a key leadership function in ensuring smooth daily operations while supporting the broader institutional mission.

Position Summary
The Controller is responsible for overseeing the integrity and effectiveness of the organization’s accounting systems and financial operations. This includes policy development, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, and budget support. The role ensures accurate financial data is available to guide strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary resource on generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), nonprofit accounting standards, and tax-related matters
Manage daily cash flow, balancing operational needs with investment strategies
Oversee transactional accounting, including accounts payable review and approval
Lead the month-end close process, including reconciliations and financial statement preparation
Reconcile billing systems with the general ledger
Maintain and manage endowment accounting, including restricted funds and reporting
Oversee and maintain the chart of accounts and proper expense allocation
Manage banking relationships and ensure compliance with financial covenants
Coordinate and lead annual audits, including financial, compliance, and tax filings
Partner with internal departments to reconcile federal and state funding programs
Prepare required financial and regulatory reports (e.g., FISAP)
Oversee accounts receivable and billing functions
Supervise and develop accounting and finance staff
Participate in retirement plan oversight as a fiduciary
Support additional projects and initiatives as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly manages accounting and finance personnel, including key operational roles

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of five years of relevant professional experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices
Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
CPA designation preferred

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About the Company

Jobot

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Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2018

WEBSITE

http://www.jobot.com

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