Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Nonprofit Controller
Location: Washington D. C
Office Schedule: in office 3x a week
Salary: $150k -$170k / year
Benefits: Benefits & Bonuses: Medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
Mission-driven organization is seeking a senior finance leader to provide enterprise-level oversight of core financial operations, compliance infrastructure, and analytical support. This role sits at the center of financial governance, ensuring disciplined execution across accounting, disbursements, and purchasing activities while reinforcing a strong control environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Min of 5 years in a leadership role/ including direct people management
- exposure to federal funding/ compliance with GAAP, 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance),
- Nonprofit/International Development
- Extensive progressive experience in GAAP-based accounting or audit,
- 8+ Years as a controller or assistant controller
- Demonstrated record of tenure and advancement within prior organizations.
Job Description:
- Financial Stewardship and Compliance
- Provide senior-level oversight of organization-wide financial activity to ensure adherence to GAAP, federal regulations, donor requirements, and internal policies
- Review and oversee accounting, project-based financial activity, and expenditure approvals to ensure accuracy, allowability, and alignment with approved budgets
- Maintain strong internal controls over payments, vendor activity, and employee reimbursements
- Partner with internal stakeholders to support accurate, timely reporting across a diverse funding portfolio
- Serve as a key contributor during external audits, reviews, and compliance examinations
- Purchasing and Vendor Governance
- Oversee purchasing and vendor-related processes to ensure transparency, consistency, and regulatory compliance
- Maintain and evolve policies that support competitive sourcing and responsible use of organizational resources
- Monitor vendor relationships and spending patterns to identify efficiencies and mitigate risk
- Provide leadership with practical insights related to cost management and sourcing decisions
- Reporting, Analysis, and Decision Support
- Produce clear, reliable financial and operational reporting to support leadership decision-making
- Leverage established analytical tools and emerging technologies to strengthen forecasting and planning
- Support senior leadership with scenario analysis, modeling, and ad hoc financial insights
- Operational Improvement and Systems
- Lead and support initiatives focused on process discipline, automation, and systems optimization
- Collaborate with technology and operations partners on financial system enhancements
- Identify opportunities to modernize financial practices while maintaining regulatory rigor
- People Leadership and Knowledge Transfer
- Lead, coach, and develop a multi-functional finance team with an emphasis on accountability and service
- Set priorities and expectations to ensure consistent performance during peak reporting cycles
- Promote a culture grounded in accuracy, compliance, and institutional knowledge
- Oversee training related to financial policies, procedures, and systems
Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?
- Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
- Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
- Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
- Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
- Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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