Assistant Controller
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description
Our client, a nationally recognized nonprofit organization, is currently seeking a mission-driven Assistant Controller to support their financial operations. For over two decades, this organization has been expanding access to high-quality education opportunities, ensuring students have access to learning environments that best meet their needs. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact.
Responsibilities of this position will include:
· Maintain and reconcile detailed schedules of receipts, disbursements, administrative fees, and student exits across the general ledger, application database, and digital wallet platform
· Manage digital wallet activity, including fund disbursements, transaction reviews and approvals, cash transfers, and reconciliations to bank accounts
· Perform advanced Excel-based data analysis and reporting to ensure alignment between internal systems and external reporting requirements
· Assist in budgeting, financial monitoring, and preparation of budget-to-actual analyses with clear explanations of variances
· Support general accounting operations, including invoice processing, 1099 preparation, deposit recording, journal entries, fixed asset management, and contribution reconciliations
· Assist with compliance and regulatory reporting, including Form 990 preparation, charitable registrations, labor law compliance, and audit support
· Provide ongoing support to the CFO on financial reporting, policy updates, HR-related tracking (including PTO), and other special projects as assigned
For immediate consideration please email Ben.Turnbull@roberthalf.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
· 5+ years of experience
· Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
· Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Self-motivated, energetic, and collaborative team player
· Proficiency in MS Excel
· Experience with NetSuite a plus
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