Robert Half has partnered with a prestigious non-profit on their search for a Controller significant exposure to endowment accounting, grant accounting, financial reporting, and nonprofit fund accounting. This position will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, preparing monthly financial reports, overseeing the preparation & completion of account/bank reconciliations, maintaining accounting/ERP system implementation, managing the month-end process, leading and supporting the accounting team, and collaborating with operational teams to understand financial performance, identify trends, and support informed business decisions. The ideal Controller for this role must have knowledge of current industry regulations, and excellent auditing skills. Your responsibilities
- Direct the development and ongoing enhancement of accounting policies, financial procedures, and internal control frameworks
- Maintain compliance with
GAAP, FASB
guidelines, institutional standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Manage the preparation and review of financial statements, tax returns, and other mandatory financial disclosures
- Oversee core financial functions, including general ledger accounting, endowment and grant administration, fund accounting, procurement, accounts payable, payroll, individual accounts, accounts receivable, and treasury operations.
- Administer financial compliance and enterprise risk initiatives, including debt management, bond covenant monitoring, scheduled debt payments, and ongoing adherence to post-issuance requirements
- Act as the primary financial representative to the Board of Trustees' Audit Committee, presenting financial results, communicating significant risks, and facilitating discussions regarding audit findings and internal controls
- Manage the daily operations of the Controller's Office, including staff supervision, workload planning, performance management, professional development, and the establishment of departmental objectives
- Evaluate existing accounting workflows and technology platforms to identify opportunities for greater accuracy, efficiency, and service delivery
- Lead financial system evaluations, implementations, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance
- Collaborate with executives and department leaders on annual budget preparation, financial performance reviews, budget-to-actual analysis, and periodic forecasts of operating results and financial position
- Undertake additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.
The ideal Controller will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or similar. Other requirements for the Controller role include and are not limited to: 7++ years of accounting experience within a non-profit organization
Endowment Accounting a huge plus
Workday highly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Hands-on ERP platform experience
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and lead accounting professionals
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills For more information on this Controller role and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact us at 484.214.2365 and reference JO#03710-0013527388. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Create a Job Alert
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