Controller – Director Level

Point Foundation

. Run the day-to-day operations of the finance department .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesLead💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced financial management capabilities, including nonprofit fund accounting, financial reporting, and data analysis. Proficient in using technology to enhance finance processes and ensure audit readiness while fostering a culture of equity and inclusion.

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Nonprofit Fund AccountingFinancial ReportingAdvanced Excel ProficiencyQuickBooks OnlineAudit Coordination

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Hard Skills

Accounting ExperienceData AnalysisFinancial ReportingAccounts PayableCash ReconciliationACH DepositsPayroll EntriesFinancial Audit PreparationProcess ImprovementWorkflow Design

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoachingJudgmentCollaborationPassion for Mission

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteBill.comAI ToolsAccounting Systems

Industry Keywords

Financial Data GovernanceEquity and InclusionNonprofit FinanceYear-End Audit Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run the day-to-day operations of the finance department
Oversee accounts payable, scholarship and grant payments, credit card charges, and payroll entries
Reconcile cash and investment accounts weekly and monthly
Record ACH and credit card deposits and capture unrecorded expenditures
Partner with the CFO to close the books each month
Prepare financial reports and analysis for leadership
Work with the Program team to disburse scholarship funds accurately and on schedule
Support scholars as they navigate the payment process
Establish and implement practices and documentation for year-end audit readiness
Coordinate with external auditors
Review and improve finance processes using technology, including AI
Coordinate financial practices across departments to support scalable growth
Strengthen organization-wide financial data governance
Supervise and develop one coordinator-level direct report
Report to the Chief Financial Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of accounting experience
Experience in nonprofit fund accounting
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree
Advanced proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks Online or similar accounting systems
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
Experience with AP and payment platforms such as Bill.com
Comfort using AI tools to streamline routine work
Systems-first mindset and ability to improve or automate processes and tools
Strong financial reporting and data analysis skills
Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues
Direct experience preparing for and coordinating an annual financial audit
Familiarity with data governance practices
Hands-on working style and ability to own day-to-day accounting work
Experience supervising, coaching, or developing staff
Discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive financial and personal information
Passion for Point's mission and enthusiasm for communicating its philosophy, mission, and values
Commitment to advancing equity and inclusion
Preferred: degree in accounting or a related field
Preferred: experience designing or rebuilding finance workflows
Preferred: experience in a small finance department where wearing many hats is the norm

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance-based bonus
100% of employee health insurance premiums paid
Dependent health insurance coverage available at additional cost
403(b) retirement plan with employer match of up to 3%
Relocation assistance available
Remote position
Occasional in-person meetings and events
Reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process