Controller - Non Profit

Ready to build a meaningful career—not just another accounting job?

Talis Group's client, a highly respected nonprofit organization that has served our region for more than 100 years, is searching for a Controller who wants to make an impact beyond the numbers. This is a unique opportunity to join an organization with a powerful mission, outstanding financial stability, and a leadership team committed to serving the community.

The Controller will play a key role in shaping the organization's financial future while partnering directly with the Executive Director and Board of Directors. For the right individual, this position offers a clear path for professional growth into a Chief Financial Officer role.

If you're an experienced accounting leader with nonprofit or grant accounting experience—and a passion for helping organizations fulfill their mission—this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Future growth opportunity to Chief Financial Officer
• Outstanding 35-hour work week that supports work-life balance
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employees
• 80% employer-paid medical coverage for dependents
• Employer-paid dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents
• Pension plan and Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Collaborative leadership team where your voice and ideas matter
• Some remote flexibility after training period

Highlighted Duties

• Lead all accounting and financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, month-end and year-end close, and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare timely financial statements and reports for executive leadership, the Board Finance Committee, grantors, and funding agencies.
• Partner with the Executive Director to develop annual budgets, long-range financial plans, and organizational forecasts.
• Monitor cash flow, investments, and financial performance while providing strategic recommendations to leadership.
• Oversee nonprofit fund accounting, grant accounting, grant billing, compliance reporting, and financial reporting requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting while ensuring compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Build strong relationships with grantors, auditors, vendors, and financial partners.
• Serve as a trusted member of the senior leadership team, helping guide the organization's continued financial strength and future growth.

Highlighted Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Five or more years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
• Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with grant accounting, fund accounting, and grant compliance strongly preferred.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, financial statements, and board-level reporting.
• Knowledge of nonprofit audits and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• A collaborative leadership style and genuine passion for supporting an organization that changes lives.

This information is a brief job summary for recruiting purposes only and does not constitute the entire job description, duties, or requirements.

Talis Group is an equal opportunity employer.  All registrants are considered based upon their skills, performance, potential, and other qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.