CFS · 1 day ago
Interim Controller
CFS is a respected, mission-driven nonprofit seeking an Interim Controller to provide stability, accuracy, and leadership during a transition. The role involves managing accounting processes, leading a junior team, and troubleshooting integration issues across multiple systems to ensure financial data remains accurate and audit-ready.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Perform manual daily bank reconciliations using downloaded US Bank data due to lack of automated feeds
Oversee credit card activity, purchase orders, AP/AR, and partially integrated workflows within ERP
Lead month‑end close driven by balance sheet and investment reconciliations
Prepare adjustments and review supporting schedules
Review fixed asset entries completed by junior staff and post depreciation journals monthly
Manage accounting staff, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to established processes
Provide coaching, structure, and clarity in a department that values growth and collaboration
Resolve CRM/ERP integration issues and support non‑accountant budget holders
Communicate the 'why' behind compliance requirements in a clear, diplomatic, and accessible way
Qualification
Required
Significant Sage Intacct experience, including navigation, process execution, and problem‑solving
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, large‑set reconciliations)
Ability to quickly understand manual processes and multi‑system integrations (Sage, Ramp, CRM)
Effective communicator comfortable working with both accounting and non‑accounting stakeholders
Preferred
Process improvement or automation experience
Familiarity with Tessitura or other nonprofit CRMs
Collaborative, direct approach to compliance and documentation