Controller

Job Description

Job Title

Controller

Location

San Francisco Bay Area (Hybrid. Remote work with required attendance at occasional in-person meetings and events.)

Reports To

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Salary Range

$145k - $170k annually

Benefits

• 16 paid BACR Holidays, generous paid time off benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, mental health/wellness benefit, hospital indemnity, life insurance, flexible spending account (transit, medical, dependent), 403b program, pet insurance, WellHub
• Professional Development opportunities

Position Summary

The Controller is a senior finance leadership role responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for a $100M California nonprofit organization. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller ensures the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of financial data in alignment with U.S. GAAP, IRS 501(c)(3) regulations, and nonprofit accounting standards.

This role leads the accounting team, drives process improvements, supports strategic decision-making, and plays a critical role in audits, financial planning, and organizational reporting. The ideal candidate is a CPA with at least 7 years of nonprofit accounting experience, hands-on expertise with Workday Financial Management, and a proven track record of operational excellence and team leadership in complex funding environments.

This role offers an opportunity to lead and strengthen the finance function, ensure rigorous financial controls, and support the strategic and mission-driven work of a high-impact nonprofit organization.

Key Responsibilities

*1. Strategic Leadership*

• Collaborate with cross-functional leadership teams to align finance and accounting operations with organizational mission driven goals.
• Develop financial strategies, including pricing models, technology-enabled automation, and knowledge management systems to drive operational efficiency and sustainable gro...