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Assistant Controller

Wayfinders

Springfield, MA · HybridJob$90–110K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$90–110K/yr
Location
Springfield, MAHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Way Finders seeks an Assistant Controller to manage the organization’s accounting functions, maintain financial records, and monitor compliance with funding regulations, tax codes, and accounting practices. The role includes supervising a team, leading accounting close and audit activities, and advising Property and Asset Management. The position is hybrid-remote, with three days per week onsite. Pay starts between $90,000 and $110,000 per year.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AccountingFinancial RecordkeepingFinancial ComplianceTeam SupervisionMicrosoft OfficeExcelAdobeGovernment ReportingPriority ManagementOrganizationAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsLearning New TechnologiesNonprofit AccountingProperty Management AccountingReal Estate Development Accounting

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration With Accounting Concentration5+ Years Accounting Experience3+ Years Supervisory ExperienceCertified Public Accountant

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Assistant Controller Interested in joining our team of dedicated professionals? Way Finders is currently seeking an Assistant Controller. The Assistant Controller manages the accounting functions of the organization by maintaining financial records and monitoring compliance with various funding source regulations, tax codes, and generally accepted accounting practices, through independent work and the supervision of a team. Benefits include: 20 days of accrued paid time-off in year one | 15+ holidays annually | Health, dental, and vision insurance options FROM DAY ONE | Educational assistance | Medical Reimbursement Account | Dependent Care Account | 403(b) retirement plan with employer match | Life insurance | Short-term and long-term disability insurance | Transportation benefits | Employee Assistance Program | Annual staff picnic! Wage starts between $90,000 and $110,000 per year depending on equivalent qualifications. Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The candidate will work in a hybrid-remote manner, three days per week onsite. Responsibilities include: Manage accounting functions of the organization through accurate and timely maintenance of financial records, compliance with funding sources and tax codes, and the consistent application of accounting principles Drive process improvement projects on a proactive basis and as assigned Collaborate with the Property and Asset Management department as a finance leader and trusted advisor Analyze financial data in a consistent and thorough manner, providing reports and communication of all financial statements, and keeping senior management abreast of the organization's financial status Lead the successful accomplishment of various accounting closings, financial statements, and audit exercises Oversee and collaborate on the completion of all general ledger (GL) activity, including journal entries, accounts receivable, and reconciliations Independently perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close of the GL, working in close cooperation with others as necessary Review all disbursement and cash receipts, ensuring proper cost center and GL allocation Manage all cash flow and bank activity, including those in the departments of Rental Assistance and Property and Asset Management, with reporting as required Participate in the development and ongoing application of the organization's administrative cost allocation procedures Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with staff (including across departments), funding sources, constituents, and stakeholders to achieve goals Proactively identify and inform the Controller/leadership of any matters that may adversely affect funding, financial status, or the organization; or may result in inquiries from a funding, legislative, or media source Remain current on accounting principles, monetary/fiscal laws, and related regulations Requirements include: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting 5 years' progressively responsible equivalent accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting 3 years' mid-level supervisory experience Preference for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation Property management and/or real estate development accounting experience is preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel) and Adobe; comfort learning new technologies Familiarity with government regulations and reporting requirements for non-profit organizations Ability to assess priorities, organize, and operate in a flexible manner while retaining a high level of attention-to-detail Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization as well as outside contacts. SEE THE WAYFINDERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION

How this job compares

Set against the 4,920 open Accounting jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$90–110K/yr
  • Massachusetts median$92–138K/yr105 salary ranges
  • US median$95–136K/yr2,420 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $100K, is 13% below the Massachusetts median midpoint ($115K) — in the middle half of Accounting salary ranges in Massachusetts.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 181 open Accounting jobs in Massachusetts and 4,920 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Accounting postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (3,609 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 2,471 of the 4,920 open Accounting jobs (50%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 31, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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