Comptroller

Job Overview
We are a 501c3 corporation seeking an experienced Comptroller with a minimum of eight (8) years of progressive accounting and financial management experience to oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. The Comptroller will ensure the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the organization’s financial information.

This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical accounting expertise and a proven track record of managing audits, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Oversight
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Nonprofit Compliance & Fund Accounting

• Manage restricted and unrestricted funds in accordance with donor and grantor requirements.
• Prepare and oversee Form 990 and other regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local nonprofit reporting requirements.
• Be responsible for continuous improvement of grant accounting, tracking, and reporting processes.

Accounting Operations

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes
• Develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and monitor internal control systems
• Lead annual financial audits and serve as primary liaison with external auditors
• Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of best practices
• Monitor cash flow and safeguard organizational assets

Budgeting & Financial Planning Support

• Support the development of annual budgets
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to executive leadership

Systems & Process Improvement

• Evaluate and enhance accounting systems and ERP platforms
• Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Support financial data analytics initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory standards
• Maintain general ledger integrity and chart of accounts structure
• Lead the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, SOX compliance, and governmental accounting standards.
• Proven expertise in accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or equivalent financial management tools.
• Strong understanding of double entry bookkeeping principles and general ledger reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency in financial report writing, account analysis, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Excellent skills in cash flow forecasting, budgeting, payroll processing, and financial analysis.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data into clear insights for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing accounts payable/receivable functions within a non-profit or government environment preferred.
• Demonstrated technical accounting skills with a focus on internal controls and compliance standards. Join us as our Comptroller to lead our financial stewardship with energy and precision! Your expertise will help shape our fiscal future while supporting our mission-driven organization’s growth and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience
• 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience managing audits and regulatory compliance
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, accounting software (Quick Books preferred) and financial management systems
• Experience in leading and/or participating in automation and process improvement initiatives

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Leadership presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Experience in a non-profit organization
• Presenting financials to a Board of Directors

Reporting Structure

Reports to: President

Supervises: AP/AR personnel

Pay: $75,000.84 - $90,323.60 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Melville, NY 11747