Assistant Controller

Cherry Bekaert


Job Location:

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Assistant Controller to support and help lead the accounting function for our growing non-profit organization. This role will oversee core accounting operations ensure accuracy and compliance and play a key role in financial reporting audit readiness and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting skills and experience managing teams in a mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations & Oversight
  • Supervise and support the accounting team including Accounts Payable (AP) Accounts Receivable (AR) and payroll functions
  • Review transactions for accuracy completeness and compliance with policies and procedures
  • Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes
Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare and review journal entries account reconciliations and supporting schedules
  • Assist with financial statement preparation and consolidation
  • Support preparation of internal and external financial reports
Compliance & Reporting
  • Support preparation and review of Form 990 and other regulatory filings
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
  • Assist with audit preparation including managing audit workpapers and coordinating with external auditors
Budgeting & Planning
  • Partner with leadership on budgeting forecasting and financial planning processes
  • Monitor budget-to-actual performance and provide variance analysis
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
  • Help maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial processes
  • Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies
Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field (CPA preferred)
  • 5 years of progressive accounting experience preferably within a non-profit environment
  • Prior experience overseeing accounting staff or teams
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
  • Experience with financial statement consolidation and audit support
Technical Skills
  • Experience with ERP systems required; Oracle Fusion experience is a plus
  • Proficiency with Excel and financial reporting tools

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Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Assistant Controller to support and help lead the accounting function for our growing non-profit organization. This role will oversee core accounting operations ensure accuracy and compliance and play a key role in financial re...

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