Controller

Phoenix, AZ
$100,000-125,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago
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Controller$100,000 -$125,000 (depending on experience)Greater Phoenix, AZ (hybrid schedule)Vaco has partnered with a mission-driven nonprofit seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting operations and financial reporting. This role will manage the month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections, and board-level financial reporting while ensuring compliance with grants, government reimbursements, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has prior experience as a Controller, strong leadership skills, and advanced knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Excel. Nonprofit experience and a CPA are preferred.Perks and Opportunities:

Flexible work environment
Rewarding mission-driven nonprofit environment

Responsibilities include:

Prepare monthly financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and board reports with analysis and insights
Oversee accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, consolidations, grants, and revenue recognition
Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and compliance with government contracts and grant requirements
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while maintaining strong internal controls and policies
Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and reporting to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance

Requirements:

5+ years of accounting leadership experience
Grant management experience required
CPA preferred

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

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