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Controller (Non-Profit) 16806954

Cherry Bekaert

Washington, District of Columbia

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budget Management, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Channel Strategies, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, External Audit, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Fund Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Grant Financials, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, NetSuite, Non-Profit Funding, Nonprofit, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Washington, District of Columbia
POSTED
30+ days ago

Title: Controller – Non-Profit
Location: Washington - Maryland - Virginia area
Work Environment: Hybrid / Remote (flexible based on candidate)
Compensation: Competitive base + bonus potential

Overview
A mission-driven, growing non-profit organization is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting operations and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership. This individual will oversee the full financial function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency across all reporting while supporting the organization’s long-term impact.

This is a highly visible role with direct interaction with senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and financial reporting
  • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
  • Prepare and present financial statements, board reporting packages, and variance analyses
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning aligned to organizational goals
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, fund accounting standards, and nonprofit regulations 
  • Oversee and coordinate annual audits, 990 preparation, and external audit relationships 
  • Strengthen and maintain internal controls and financial processes
  • Partner cross-functionally with program leadership on grant tracking, financial performance, and reporting 
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including non-profit accounting
  • Strong experience with:
    • Financial reporting & full-cycle accounting
    • Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
    • Audit and compliance oversight
  • Expertise in grant/fund accounting and nonprofit reporting requirements
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and improving processes
  • Systems experience (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar) highly preferred
  • Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and leadership 

Why This Role

  • High visibility and direct impact on mission delivery
  • Opportunity to modernize systems and strengthen financial infrastructure
  • Collaborative, mission-focused culture

About the Company

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Cherry Bekaert

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