<p>We are looking for a hands on Contract Controller to support a nonprofit organization in Springfield, Massachusetts. This position will lead and perform core accounting and financial oversight activities, helping maintain accurate records, timely reporting, and strong stewardship of grant and operating funds. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in nonprofit finance, communicates confidently with leadership and board members, and can manage both month-end and year-end accounting priorities effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and aligned with nonprofit reporting standards.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.</p><p>• Oversee month-end and year-end close activities, including the timely completion of financial statements and related schedules.</p><p>• Manage grant accounting processes by tracking restricted funding, monitoring expenditures, and supporting compliance with donor and program requirements.</p><p>• Lead preparation for the annual external audit by organizing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and coordinating required documentation.</p><p>• Produce clear financial reports for leadership, highlighting results, trends, and key variances to support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Develop cash forecasting insights to help monitor liquidity and support short-term and ongoing financial planning.</p><p>• Create presentation materials for board meetings and deliver financial information in a concise, executive-level format.</p>

• Demonstrated experience serving in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role, preferably within a nonprofit environment.<br>• Strong working knowledge of grant accounting, financial reporting, and period-end close processes.<br>• Hands-on ability to prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, and maintain accurate general ledger activity.<br>• Experience supporting annual external audits and year-end accounting requirements.<br>• Proficiency with Abila MIP or similar nonprofit accounting software.<br>• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to executive leadership and board stakeholders.<br>• Solid analytical skills with experience in cash forecasting and identifying financial trends or variances.

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