We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in the greater Lakeville, Connecticut area. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting the organization's goals. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a background in nonprofit and education is a plus. Responsibilities:• Oversee month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Manage donor accounting and endowment fund activities, maintaining compliance with regulations.• Prepare and monitor budgets, providing detailed oversight and analysis.• Coordinate and support annual external audits, ensuring all financial documentation is accurate and complete.• Conduct variance analysis to identify and address discrepancies.• Handle general ledger operations and journal entries, maintaining financial integrity.• Prepare and submit tax filings, including Form 990, in compliance with regulatory requirements.• Forecast financial performance and provide strategic recommendations to support organizational goals.• Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial processes and reporting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics for financial management. • Expertise in managing journal entries and general ledger operations. • Experience preparing and overseeing annual budgets. • Knowledge of audit procedures, including financial audits and compliance. • Familiarity with month-end close processes and related tasks. • Ability to prepare and file Tax Form 990 accurately. • Strong forecasting and variance analysis skills. • Background in nonprofit financial operations is preferred.

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Lakeville, CT
onsite
Temporary
47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in the greater Lakeville, Connecticut area. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting the organization's goals. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a background in nonprofit and education is a plus. Responsibilities:• Oversee month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Manage donor accounting and endowment fund activities, maintaining compliance with regulations.• Prepare and monitor budgets, providing detailed oversight and analysis.• Coordinate and support annual external audits, ensuring all financial documentation is accurate and complete.• Conduct variance analysis to identify and address discrepancies.• Handle general ledger operations and journal entries, maintaining financial integrity.• Prepare and submit tax filings, including Form 990, in compliance with regulatory requirements.• Forecast financial performance and provide strategic recommendations to support organizational goals.• Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial processes and reporting.
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