Controller
Core
Oversee the full accounting operation for a nonprofit science studio and its subsidiaries, including the general ledger, monthly close, internal controls, and federal grants compliance.
Role type
Senior Controller (Nonprofit)
Builds
Financial reporting infrastructure and federal grant compliance programs for a network of research organizations.
Domain
Nonprofit finance / Federal grants / Scientific research
Required skills
GAAP expertise, fund accounting, multi-entity consolidation, federal grant compliance (2 CFR Part 200), audit management, team leadership, revenue recognition
Preferred skills
Experience transitioning accounting functions in-house, systems optimization
Technologies
General Ledger systems, Grant management systems
Responsibilities
Oversee monthly close and consolidation across multiple entities; Lead and develop a team of Finance & Accounting Managers; Design and implement federal grants compliance programs; Manage audit readiness and regulatory reporting; Monitor federal awards from setup to closeout; Review and improve financial systems and internal controls.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership