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Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit serves diverse communities across California that is looking to hire a Controller. The Controller partners closely with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making through strong financial stewardship. This role oversees accounting operations, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, grant compliance, and financial reporting while helping leadership align financial strategy with mission objectives. The position offers a hybrid schedule and is designed to support healthy work-life balance.
Job Responsibility:
Serve as a strategic financial partner to executive leadership, providing insight into financial performance and future outlook
Maintain compliance with applicable government agencies and regulations
Act as primary point of contact for external auditors
Oversee internal accounting operations and financial records in accordance with GAAP
Manage cash, investments, and banking relationships
Prepare short- and long-term cash flow forecasts and projections
Lead annual budgeting and monthly forecasting, report on budget vs. actual results
Ensure grant compliance and accurate grant-related accounting
Communicate financial results clearly to leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities
Develop a deep understanding of organizational cash needs and timing
Collaborate effectively across departments and maintain regular, predictable attendance
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent professional experience (5–7+ years)
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or financial planning
Strong GAAP knowledge
CPA preferred
Demonstrated experience with cash flow forecasting (required)
Solid understanding of grant compliance and nonprofit accounting (strongly preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Comfortable presenting financial information to a hands-on executive team
What we offer:
Hybrid work environment based in Sacramento
Strong emphasis on work-life balance
Mission-driven organization with a tangible impact across California
Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and influence strategy