Controller – Nonprofit

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

. Act as the Controller for designated nonprofit clients .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeOak Brook • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $87,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nonprofit accounting and finance, with a strong ability to prepare and analyze financial statements while advising on best practices and compliance with federal and state directives. Proven experience in managing multiple clients and projects effectively.

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Nonprofit AccountingFinancial Statement AnalysisClient ManagementProject ManagementCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Accounting StandardsFinancial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingFinancial ReportingTax ComplianceCost ManagementRegulatory CompliancePolicy DevelopmentFinancial Consulting

Soft Skills

CommunicationAdvisory SkillsRelationship BuildingTime ManagementProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit SectorPublic AccountingFederal PoliciesState DirectivesOrganizational Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the Controller for designated nonprofit clients
Serve as consultant and advisor on accounting and finance-related best practices
Manage multiple clients, projects, workstreams, and deadlines
Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations
Foster and build opportunities and attend industry-leading events and trainings
Maintain knowledge of client policies, federal and state directives, and current accounting standards
Advise management on short- and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Eight years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required
Bachelor’s degree is required; combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree
Public accounting experience preferred
Experience in Nonprofit is highly preferred
CPA certification preferred but not required
Prior project management and client management experience preferred but not required
Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being
Competitive wages
Career growth opportunities
Training and industry-leading events