Assistant Controller Job at Robert Half (New York)

Assistant Controller

Robert Half

Location:
United States , New York

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Our client, a nationally recognized nonprofit organization, is currently seeking a mission-driven Assistant Controller to support their financial operations. For over two decades, this organization has been expanding access to high-quality education opportunities, ensuring students have access to learning environments that best meet their needs. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact.

Job Responsibility:

Maintain and reconcile detailed schedules of receipts, disbursements, administrative fees, and student exits across the general ledger, application database, and digital wallet platform
Manage digital wallet activity, including fund disbursements, transaction reviews and approvals, cash transfers, and reconciliations to bank accounts
Perform advanced Excel-based data analysis and reporting to ensure alignment between internal systems and external reporting requirements
Assist in budgeting, financial monitoring, and preparation of budget-to-actual analyses with clear explanations of variances
Support general accounting operations, including invoice processing, 1099 preparation, deposit recording, journal entries, fixed asset management, and contribution reconciliations
Assist with compliance and regulatory reporting, including Form 990 preparation, charitable registrations, labor law compliance, and audit support
Provide ongoing support to the CFO on financial reporting, policy updates, HR-related tracking (including PTO), and other special projects as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
5+ years of experience
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated, energetic, and collaborative team player
Proficiency in MS Excel

Nice to have:

Experience with NetSuite a plus

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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