Non-Profit Controller

CFS

Providence, RI

$145,000 Per Year

Today

Job Description

Controller

Providence, RI | Hybrid (3 Days On-Site)Salary: Up to $145,000

CFS is partnering with a respected nonprofit organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and finance function. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader with strong nonprofit expertise, proven team management experience, and a passion for supporting a mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities:

Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management
Manage, mentor, and develop a large accounting and finance team, fostering accountability and professional growth
Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant reporting requirements, and regulatory filings
Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison to external auditors
Monitor internal controls and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning efforts
Partner with executive leadership to provide financial analysis and strategic guidance
Oversee restricted funds, grant accounting, and funding source compliance
Ensure timely preparation and filing of all required federal, state, and nonprofit reporting requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
MUST HAVE nonprofit accounting experience
Experience managing and developing a large accounting team
CPA strongly preferred
8+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
Proven success overseeing audits, financial reporting, and compliance functions
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on execution

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Highly visible leadership position within a mission-driven organization
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact while leading a talented finance team
Hybrid schedule with 3 days on-site in Providence
Competitive salary up to $145,000
Comprehensive benefits package and strong organizational culture

If you are a nonprofit accounting leader who enjoys building teams, improving processes, and partnering with executive leadership, we'd love to connect.

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Numbers & Facts

Location	Providence, RI
Industry	Financial Services
Company Size	500 to 999 employees
Year Founded	1994
Website	http://www.cfstaffing.com/

About Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.