POSITION: CONTROLLER
INDUSTRY: NON-PROFIT
LOCATION: FARMINGTON, CT
RECRUITER CONTACT: KELLEIGH MARQUARD - Kelleigh.Marquard@Roberthalf
Robert Half has partnered with a respected nonprofit organization seeking a Controller to lead its accounting and finance operations. This organization provides essential community-based services and offers a collaborative, employee-focused environment with excellent benefits and work-life balance. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, grant compliance, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and audit preparation. This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys developing staff, partnering with department heads, and translating financial information into actionable business insights.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements, reporting packages, and financial analysis for executive leadership and the Board.
- Lead annual operating and capital budget preparation, including budget-to-actual analysis and forecasting.
- Manage financial reporting for government grants and other funding sources, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.
- Partner with program directors and department heads on budgeting, expense management, and financial performance.
- Coordinate annual financial audits and year-end reporting requirements.
- Oversee billing and revenue recognition processes and maintain effective internal controls.
- Develop and improve accounting policies, procedures, and reporting processes.
- Provide financial guidance and training to non-finance staff to support informed decision-making.
- Supervise and develop accounting staff while promoting accuracy, accountability, and collaboration.
- Support risk management activities, retirement plan administration, and other financial initiatives.
WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY:
- Supportive executive leadership and a collaborative team environment.
- Excellent benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Retirement plan with match; and generous Paid Time Off.
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance and flexibility.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization.
For quickest consideration, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh Marquard at Kelleigh.Marquard@Roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half, we never distribute your resume without your permission.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Required experience in nonprofit and/or healthcare accounting.
- Experience with Connecticut state agency funding and reporting requirements (CORE CT) strongly preferred, ie. DMHAS, DCF, DOC, or DDS.
- Strong background in month-end close, financial statement preparation, grant reporting, budgeting, and staff management.
- Experience presenting financial results and explaining accounting concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Experience with nonprofit accounting software preferred.
- CPA is a plus.
