Comptroller

Florence Fuller Child Development Centers•Boca Raton, FL

11d

About The Position

The Comptroller oversees Fuller Center’s daily financial operations, ensuring strong financial management, accurate reporting, and compliance across all funding streams. This leadership role is designed as a growth path to Chief Financial Officer (CFO), working closely with the CEO and COO to strengthen financial systems, support strategic decision-making, and build infrastructure for organizational growth. The ideal candidate has strong nonprofit financial experience, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to leadership and the Board of Directors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–10 years of nonprofit financial experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Experience with audits, budgeting, financial reporting, and Board presentations
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree (MBA, MAcc, or related)
CPA or pursuit of certification
Experience in human services, early childhood education, or similar sectors
Familiarity with government funding and grant compliance
Experience with multi-site/multi-program organizations and financial systems

Responsibilities

Oversee accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll coordination, and monthly/year-end close processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Maintain and improve financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting reports
Present financial reports to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee
Translate financial data into strategic insights for non-financial stakeholders
Support leadership and Board decision-making through financial analysis
Support and help lead the annual budgeting process
Develop forecasts and financial projections
Monitor departmental budgets and ensure accountability
Build advanced skills in financial modeling and scenario planning
Lead annual audit preparation and serve as liaison to external auditors
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, nonprofit, grant, and funding requirements
Maintain strong internal controls and documentation
Identify and mitigate financial risks proactively
Support grant-funded programs through proposal budgeting, restricted/unrestricted fund tracking, and grant financial reporting
Partner with grants and program teams to align financial data with funder requirements
Monitor cash flow and liquidity
Support banking relationships and financial transactions
Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities
Improve financial systems, reporting tools, workflows, and technology
Increase efficiency and scalability of financial operations
Supervise and support accounting and finance staff
Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Help build a scalable finance function
Partner with the CEO and COO on financial strategy, long-term planning, and organizational growth
Gradually assume greater responsibility for forecasting, strategic analysis, and Board-level leadership