We are looking for a Controller to oversee the financial health and accounting operations of a nonprofit organization in Fullerton, California. This position leads financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and budget planning across multiple operating units while supporting sound fiscal decision-making. The role works closely with executive leadership to deliver accurate consolidated reporting, guide audits and regulatory filings, and strengthen financial processes that support the organization's mission.
Responsibilities:
- Lead organization-wide accounting activities, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll, cash oversight, investments, and fixed asset administration.
- Oversee financial reporting for multiple operating units and affiliated programs, ensuring complete and timely records across all areas under the organization's fiscal responsibility.
- Direct the monthly close cycle in partnership with accounting leadership, reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare consolidated monthly financial reports, including intercompany balancing and elimination entries, for leadership review and decision support.
- Manage audit readiness by organizing schedules, supporting documentation, and communication with external and campus auditors throughout the annual audit process.
- Ensure all required tax submissions, compliance reports, and related regulatory filings are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Lead the annual budgeting process by setting timelines, developing planning tools, and partnering with department leaders to evaluate budget submissions.
- Deliver budget-to-actual analysis, forecast updates, and financial modeling that highlight trends, risks, and recommended actions for leadership and governing committees.
- Maintain and refine business procedures and internal control practices to support compliance with organizational policies, campus-related requirements, and applicable laws.
- Serve as a key financial partner to senior leadership by monitoring performance, investigating variances, and recommending strategies that strengthen fiscal stewardship.