Nonprofit Controller

Our client is seeking a Nonprofit Controller to lead the accounting function for a mission-driven organization experiencing continued growth and transformation. This individual will play a critical role in strengthening the organization's financial infrastructure, building processes, and creating a more independent accounting function. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Controller will oversee all accounting operations while partnering closely with executive leadership to support long-term financial strategy and operational excellence.

This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who enjoys improving processes, building teams, and creating structure. The ideal candidate brings deep nonprofit accounting experience, thrives in a collaborative environment, and understands the unique complexities of fund accounting, grants, audits, endowments, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.

• Supervise and mentor the accounting team while providing guidance, support, and accountability across the department.

• Manage the annual audit process, serving as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinating all requested audit documentation.

• Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements, management reports, and Board reporting packages.

• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements, including Form 990.

• Oversee fund accounting, including restricted and unrestricted funds, grant accounting, and financial compliance for private, state, and federal funding sources.

• Monitor endowment activity, investment reporting, and planned gifts while ensuring appropriate accounting treatment and financial reporting.

• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and long-term financial planning.

• Review contracts and funding agreements to ensure appropriate financial reporting and compliance.

• Evaluate and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial systems to support organizational growth.

• Serve as the primary accounting liaison with external partners while helping build a standalone accounting function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• CPA is a plus.

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant nonprofit accounting experience.

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting, grant accounting, and financial reporting.

• Experience managing annual audits and working directly with external auditors.

• Working knowledge of Form 990 and nonprofit financial compliance.

• Experience with federal grants, grant compliance, and Uniform Guidance preferred.

• Exposure to endowment accounting, investment reporting, and planned giving highly preferred.

• Previous leadership experience managing accounting staff.

• Experience with accounting systems such as Sage Intacct, Yardi, Blackbaud, Financial Edge, or similar ERP platforms.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across accounting, operations, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.

Onsite- Rancho Cucamonga

Compensation range $120,000 - 140,000