Controller

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Key Responsibilities • Oversee accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, AP/AR, fixed assets, and month-end close

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and long-range financial planning

• Deliver financial reporting and actionable insights to executive leadership and the Board

• Lead the annual Single Audit, 403(b) audit, Form 990, and other regulatory reporting

• Develop and strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, and technical accounting processes

• Partner with department leaders on budgets, resource allocation, and financial performance

• Lead, mentor, and develop a 12-person finance team while promoting cross-training and operational efficiency

• Drive ERP, reporting, automation, and process improvements to support continued growth

Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

• Active CPA license required ; MBA preferred

• 15–20+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 3 years at the Controller or equivalent level

• Experience in a nonprofit environment; fiscal sponsorship experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls

• Experience with government grants, Uniform Guidance, and Single Audit requirements preferred

• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling skills

• Experience with Oracle Fusion or similar ERP systems

• Proven ability to lead large finance teams and communicate effectively with senior leadership

Why Join? • Executive-level finance leadership role with significant organizational visibility

• Opportunity to influence strategy while strengthening financial infrastructure at scale

• Meaningful mission-driven environment where strong financial leadership directly supports community impact