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We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support a nonprofit organization in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can maintain strong financial operations while helping the team navigate complex reporting, close processes, and year-end priorities. The role calls for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-moving environment and partnering across finance and operational teams to keep accounting activities accurate, timely, and well controlled. (This is hybrid with some onsite requirements each week.)
Job Responsibility
Lead daily accounting activities by providing senior-level oversight across the general ledger, close cycle, and financial reporting functions
Guide the finance team through month-end and year-end close procedures, ensuring deadlines are met and records remain accurate and complete
Support the implementation and launch of Microsoft Business Central with Sylogist Fund Accounting, including coordination with internal teams and external consultants
Manage accounting data conversion efforts by reviewing chart of accounts structure, validating mappings, and resolving data quality issues
Maintain effective cash management practices and assist with banking access, reconciliations, and related internal controls
Partner with stakeholders across the organization to monitor project progress, address accounting issues, and help achieve key implementation milestones
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules to promote reliable reporting for leadership
Provide continuity in accounting operations during a period of change by stepping into hands-on tasks as needed and reinforcing sound financial processes
Requirements
Prior experience in a controller or senior accounting leadership role within a nonprofit organization
Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, including fund accounting and financial reporting requirements
Demonstrated success supporting ERP implementations, accounting data migration, or finance system conversions
Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central and Sylogist Fund Accounting is strongly preferred
Experience working with Financial Edge is highly desirable
Solid background in month-end close, general ledger management, and preparation of financial reports
Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven setting while remaining detail-oriented and adaptable