This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Controller in United States.
In this role, you will take ownership of the organization’s accounting operations and play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting across multiple entities. You will lead and develop a high-performing accounting team while partnering closely with senior leadership to support strong financial governance and operational decision-making. The position offers broad exposure across reporting, audits, internal controls, and systems optimization in a remote-first environment. You will oversee complex accounting workflows, support strategic initiatives, and help identify risks and improvement opportunities. This is an impactful role for a hands-on leader who values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement. Your work will directly support the organization’s ability to operate effectively, transparently, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Accountabilities
- Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger management, transactional workflows, and financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards
- Own and manage the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to support FP&A analysis and leadership decision-making
- Coordinate and lead annual external audits and oversee the preparation and submission of required regulatory filings, including Form 990
- Oversee treasury operations and design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls that safeguard organizational assets
- Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and training related to procurement, payments, expenses, and internal processes
- Ensure proper accounting, stewardship, and compliance for donor-restricted funds and other regulated financial activities
- Identify, assess, and mitigate accounting, compliance, and operational risks across U.S. and U.K. entities
- Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
- Support the implementation, optimization, and integration of accounting and financial reporting systems such as NetSuite
- Collaborate cross-functionally with leaders throughout the organization to support operational needs and strategic initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including audit exposure
- Active CPA license
- Proven experience managing clean financial statement audits and designing or maintaining internal controls
- Strong ability to partner with senior leaders on financial reporting, compliance, and operational matters
- Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing accounting teams
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite and familiarity with CRM platforms like Salesforce
- Bonus experience in nonprofit accounting, restricted funds, or compliance environments
- Comfort operating in fast-paced or evolving organizations and supporting systems or process improvements
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary range of $140,000–$145,000
- Fully remote role within the United States
- Unlimited paid time off and Summer Fridays
- 6-week paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
- Annual bonus potential
- 401k plan with employer match
- Medical coverage at 85% with dental and vision contributions
- Flexible spending accounts, including dependent care FSA
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
- 16 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
- Stipends for home office setup, professional development, and personal wellness
- TSA PreCheck reimbursement
- Occasional team travel (2–4 times per year) to support alignment and collaboration
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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