Controller

Controller

Salary: $80,000–$95,000

Why This Role Stands Out:

This is a unique opportunity to step into a highly visible Controller role with a stable, mission-driven organization that plays an essential role in the local community.

You'll join a small, collaborative leadership team where your work directly influences financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and long-term planning. Unlike many accounting roles that become routine, this position offers exposure to a broad range of responsibilities, ensuring continual growth and learning throughout your career.

What makes this opportunity compelling:

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• High-visibility role reporting directly to senior leadership
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• Broad exposure to accounting, budgeting, audits, and government reporting
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• Opportunity to supervise and mentor accounting staff
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• Stable organization with outstanding benefits
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• Clear long-term path toward higher-level financial leadership
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• Meaningful work that directly supports the community
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What You'll Do:

Lead the Financial Close Process

Manage month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and timely completion of all accounting functions.

Oversee Government & Regulatory Reporting

Prepare and coordinate federal, state, and local reporting requirements while ensuring compliance with governmental regulations and funding requirements.

Drive Financial Oversight

Monitor financial performance, analyze results, and provide leadership with critical financial insights to support decision-making and operational planning.

Support Budgeting & Strategic Planning

Participate in budget development, forecasting, cost allocation analysis, and long-range financial planning initiatives.

Manage Audits & Compliance

Coordinate external audits, pension audits, year-end reporting, and compliance activities while maintaining strong internal controls.

Partner with Leadership

Work closely with executive leadership and board stakeholders to prepare financial reports and communicate key financial information.

What You Bring:

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
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• CPA preferred, or equivalent depth of accounting experience
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• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and accounting principles
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• Experience with government, municipal, nonprofit, or grant reporting strongly preferred
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• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes
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• Understanding of audits, budgeting, and regulatory compliance
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• Ability to learn and navigate complex reporting requirements
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Who Thrives Here:

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• Accountants who enjoy variety and continuous learning
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• Professionals who want exposure beyond traditional corporate accounting
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• Individuals who appreciate a stable, team-oriented environment
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• Leaders who enjoy mentoring and supporting others
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• Problem-solvers who can navigate complex reporting and compliance requirements
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• Professionals seeking long-term career growth and advancement
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What Sets You Apart:

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• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
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• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
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• Patience and adaptability when working through regulatory requirements
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• Collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills
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• Desire to continuously learn and expand your expertise
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Benefits Highlights:

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• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
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• Exceptional retirement plan with immediate vesting
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• Generous paid time off package
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• Personal days and floating holidays
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• Paid birthday and work anniversary off
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• Strong work-life balance and long-term stability
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Bottom Line:

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who wants more than another monthly close cycle.

If you're looking for a role that combines accounting leadership, government reporting, strategic involvement, and long-term career growth within a stable organization, this Controller position offers the visibility, challenge, and impact to take your career to the next level.

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