Non-Profit Controller (Hybrid) in Portland, Oregon - #67525 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 67525

Non-Profit Controller (Hybrid)
Our local non-profit client seeks a personable and easy-going non-profit accounting leader to join their team. The ideal candidate is mission-driven, embraces ambiguity, and communicates financial concepts with ease. This is a fantastic growth opportunity for someone looking to transition into a supervisory role, with a strong mentor in place.

This is a hybrid role (majority remote) requiring someone to be onsite at the Portland, Oregon office 1x per month and as needed.

Non-Profit Controller Responsibilities

• Supervise AP, payroll and grants administration, including reviewing and approving transactions, invoicing, cost allowability, and reporting to funders.
• Oversee month-end close, including journal entry preparation, reconciliations, and cost allocations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
• Develop, document, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for financial processes and ensure internal controls are in place for compliance.
• Support audit processes and collaborate with the Director of Finance to implement financial policies, budgeting, and projections across various funding sources.
• Manage one direct report and guide staff through financial procedures, fostering professional development and team growth.

Non-Profit Controller Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience; prior supervisory/leadership responsibility a plus.
• Knowledge of non-profit and/or government accounting, with a focus on grant management.
• Proficiency in cloud-based accounting systems (Sage Intaact or similar) and intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with proven ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial staff.
• Deadline-driven with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities.

Salary: $70k–$80k (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full time employees and include coverage for largely employer paid medical, dental and vision, 401k with employer contribution, flexible schedule, work from home stipend, and more!

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