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Controller

Jobot

East Lyme, CT

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$170,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Management, Auditing, Budgeting, Capital Accounting, Capital Project, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Compensation and Benefits, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Policies, Financial Procedures, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Fund Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Higher Education, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Non-Profit Funding, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Restricted Funds, Team Player
LOCATION
East Lyme, CT
POSTED
1 day ago
Non-Profit Controller Opening | East Lyme, CT | Education Experience Preferred

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christina Chariott
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Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 per year

A bit about us:

Well-established mission-driven organization is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, audit coordination, compliance, and internal controls for a complex multi-department environment.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity reporting directly into executive finance leadership with exposure across the organization. The role offers the chance to help support strategic financial operations while leading an established accounting function in a collaborative, stable environment.

Why join us?
  • Stable, well-established organization with strong leadership team
  • High visibility role with executive exposure
  • Collaborative culture with strong work/life balance
  • Opportunity to make an impact across a mission-driven organization
  • Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long-term growth potential


Job Details

Responsibilities:
  • Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, payroll, AP/AR, cash management, reconciliations, and financial reporting
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
  • Lead annual audit process and serve as primary liaison for external auditors
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory reporting requirements
  • Oversee fund/restricted accounting, grants, and capital project accounting
  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures
  • Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
  • Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping improve processes and efficiencies

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
  • Experience managing audits and overseeing month-end/year-end close
  • Prior higher education, nonprofit, or fund accounting experience preferred
  • CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred
  • ERP system experience strongly preferred


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About the Company

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Jobot

Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.

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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