Controller, Accounting and Financial Operations

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. Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, and revenue recognition .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting, with a strong focus on financial analysis, budgeting, and internal controls. Proven ability to lead accounting operations, manage audits, and communicate financial insights effectively to stakeholders.

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U.S. GAAP ExpertiseFinancial Close ManagementBudgeting And ForecastingInternal Controls DesignCPA License

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisVariance AnalysisCash Flow AnalysisInventory AccountingFinancial Modeling

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsLeadershipTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelAccounting Systems Automation

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit AccountingFinancial ComplianceRevenue RecognitionAudit Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, and revenue recognition
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Deliver accurate and timely financial statements, management reporting, and Board-level reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable nonprofit requirements
Partner with Finance leadership and business/program leaders to develop budgets, forecasts, financial models, and operating plans
Lead variance analysis and translate results into actionable insights for management
Develop financial and operating metrics and evaluate cost structures, pricing, margins, and financial implications of new programs, partnerships, and revenue opportunities
Design, implement, and strengthen internal controls, including segregation of duties, approval processes, and reconciliations
Monitor financial, tax, regulatory, and contractual compliance and recommend risk mitigation strategies
Lead the annual financial statement audit and partner with external tax advisors on tax filings and required regulatory reporting
Oversee accounting and financial systems, data integrity, automation, and scalable processes
Oversee cash management, banking relationships, cash forecasting, and liquidity planning
Lead, supervise, and develop the accounting team
Serve as a trusted financial resource across the organization
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing required
Minimum of ten years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including a senior-level finance or accounting position, required
Prior Controller and/or nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting, including contributions, grants, restricted funds, and revenue recognition
Proven experience owning the financial close, leading annual audits, and designing and maintaining internal controls
Experience developing budgets, forecasts, and financial models, including during a period of organizational growth
Exceptional financial analysis skills, including variance, margin, working capital, and cash flow analysis
Experience implementing or optimizing accounting systems and automating financial processes
Demonstrated experience supervising and developing accounting staff
Ability to communicate financial results and recommendations clearly to non-financial stakeholders, executive leadership, and the Board
Experience with inventory accounting or earned-revenue/e-commerce business lines preferred
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; proficiency with Word and PowerPoint
Relocation assistance is not provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental insurance coverage
Life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays annually
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
Employer-provided parking stipend (Washington, DC)