Controller

Description We are looking for a Controller to oversee the financial health and accounting operations of a nonprofit organization in Fullerton, California. This position leads financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and budget planning across multiple operating units while supporting sound fiscal decision-making. The role works closely with executive leadership to deliver accurate consolidated reporting, guide audits and regulatory filings, and strengthen financial processes that support the organization’s mission.

Responsibilities:

• Lead organization-wide accounting activities, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll, cash oversight, investments, and fixed asset administration.

• Oversee financial reporting for multiple operating units and affiliated programs, ensuring complete and timely records across all areas under the organization’s fiscal responsibility.

• Direct the monthly close cycle in partnership with accounting leadership, reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements for accuracy and completeness.

• Prepare consolidated monthly financial reports, including intercompany balancing and elimination entries, for leadership review and decision support.

• Manage audit readiness by organizing schedules, supporting documentation, and communication with external and campus auditors throughout the annual audit process.

• Ensure all required tax submissions, compliance reports, and related regulatory filings are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Lead the annual budgeting process by setting timelines, developing planning tools, and partnering with department leaders to evaluate budget submissions.

• Deliver budget-to-actual analysis, forecast updates, and financial modeling that highlight trends, risks, and recommended actions for leadership and governing committees.

• Maintain and refine business procedures and internal control practices to support compliance with organizational policies, campus-related requirements, and applicable laws.

• Serve as a key financial partner to senior leadership by monitoring performance, investigating variances, and recommending strategies that strengthen fiscal stewardship. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Significant experience leading accounting and financial reporting functions, preferably within a nonprofit or similarly complex organization.

• Strong knowledge of consolidated financial statement preparation, month-end close, and audit coordination.

• Experience building and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis for multiple departments or business units.

• Solid understanding of internal controls, regulatory compliance, and financial policies.

• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to executives, board members, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Proficiency in managing detailed financial documentation and maintaining accurate records across multiple entities.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and accountability.

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