Nonprofit

Controller

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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Application Deadline:
    August 22, 2025
    Education:
    4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Managerial
    Salary:
    USD $110,000 - $150,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Science & Technology, Education, Energy, Environment & Sustainability, Policy

    Description

    Position Overview: AGI is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the accounting and operations functions of the Institute. The successful candidate will have a background in overseeing a nonprofit accounting department, developing and presenting financial reports and analysis to a Board of Directors, and tax and audit prep. This individual will report to the Executive Director and the Board of Directors and will serve on the Audit Committee and Finance Committee.

    Term of Employment: Full-time

    Location: Hybrid – Occasional Travel of 5-10%

    Reports to: Executive Director

    Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

    • Manage activities related to accounts payable, payroll, cash receipts, billing, and general ledger functions.
    • Coordinate the accounting for and reporting on grant revenue and expenditures.
    • Ensure compliance with banking policies and procedures, reconciles monthly bank statements, initiates transfers and wires as needed, and monitors ACH activities.
    • Prepare financial statements and reports for quarterly Board of Directors meetings.
    • Audit and manage direct use of Great Plains.
    • Monitors investment accounts, reports activities including cash flows with banks, and performance.
    • Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
    • Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; oversees the system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
    • Support and advise the Executive Director and Board of Directors in financial decision-making.
    • Lead annual budgeting process including financial analysis and projections.
    • Supervise Senior Accountant.
    • Coordinate in the oversight of building operations with other members of the administration department.

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA required
    • Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in a non-profit environment, preferably with experience with NSF, SAM. and ASAP.
    • Strong Knowledge of Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles.
    • Previous accounting leadership experience preferred.
    • Experience with regulatory registration (SAM, D&B, State Business Licensing, Fundraising Registration, and Lobbying Disclosures).
    • Strong financial skills and ability to prepare, analyze, interpret and communicate financial reports.
    • Experience with accounting systems, preferably Great Plains and/or Dynamics 365.
    • High proficiency in understanding general business operations and working in a professional environment.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; able to prioritize work effectively and adjust to managing concurrent projects.

    AGI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, mental or physical disability, or protected Veteran status.

    Position Overview: AGI is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the accounting and operations functions of the Institute. The successful candidate will have a background in overseeing a nonprofit accounting department, developing and presenting financial reports and analysis to a Board of Directors, and tax and audit prep. This individual will report to the Executive Director and the Board of Directors and will serve on the Audit Committee and Finance Committee.

    Term of Employment: Full-time

    Location: Hybrid – Occasional Travel of 5-10%

    Reports to: Executive Director

    Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

    • Manage activities related to accounts payable, payroll, cash receipts, billing, and general ledger functions.
    • Coordinate the accounting for and reporting on grant revenue and expenditures.
    • Ensure compliance with banking policies and procedures, reconciles monthly bank statements, initiates transfers and wires as needed, and monitors…

    Benefits

    AGI employees accrue up to twelve days of Annual Leave each calendar year, up to 12 days of paid sick leave per year, and we offer twelve paid holidays. We also offer group health, vision, dental and life insurance as well as opportunities to participate in flexible spending accounts and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Health insurance premiums are as low as $5.00 per pay period for employee only coverage and dental and vision are free for the employee coverage level.

    AGI employees accrue up to twelve days of Annual Leave each calendar year, up to 12 days of paid sick leave per year, and we offer twelve paid holidays. We also offer group health, vision, dental and life insurance as well as opportunities to participate in flexible spending accounts and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Health insurance premiums are as low as $5.00 per pay period for employee only coverage and dental and vision are free for the employee coverage level.

    Location

    Remote
    Work can be performed from anywhere in United States
    Associated Location
    4220 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302, United States

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