Controller
<p>Our client, a well-established organization, is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records while supporting strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, capital assets, grants, and restricted fund accounting.</li><li>Lead monthly and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, forecasts, variance analyses, and cash flow reports.</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, and applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning initiatives.</li><li>Provide leadership, mentoring, and oversight to accounting staff.</li><li>Drive process improvements and optimize financial systems and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Serve as a trusted financial resource to organizational leadership and stakeholders.</li></ul>
<p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred</li><li>5+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.</li><li>Strong background in financial reporting, general ledger accounting, audits, and internal controls.</li><li>Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.</li><li>Experience with governmental, fund, or nonprofit accounting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Lancaster, PA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
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70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Our client, a well-established organization, is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records while supporting strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, capital assets, grants, and restricted fund accounting.</li><li>Lead monthly and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, forecasts, variance analyses, and cash flow reports.</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, and applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning initiatives.</li><li>Provide leadership, mentoring, and oversight to accounting staff.</li><li>Drive process improvements and optimize financial systems and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Serve as a trusted financial resource to organizational leadership and stakeholders.</li></ul>
- 2026-08-21T00:00:00Z