Controller

Reproductive Freedom for All•Washington, DC

23d•$165,000 - $205,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reproductive Freedom for All (Formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America) is seeking a Controller to lead the day-to-day management of the organization’s accounting and financial systems. This senior leadership role is responsible for monthly book closing, preparation of financial statements, internal controls, compliance, tax filings, and year-end audits. The Controller ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and IRS filings, serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors. The goal is to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial operations by maintaining rigorous internal controls, overseeing accounting workflows, and ensuring full compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong financial data interpretation skills, experience managing complex systems, and the ability to lead a diverse team in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with modern financial management platforms like Sage Intacct is required, along with at least five years of nonprofit financial operations experience, including two years as a financial controller or in an equivalent role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting and an active CPA license
Minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience, with five years in a senior accounting leadership role within a nonprofit organization, and at least three years as a Financial Controller or equivalent role
Demonstrated expertise in GAAP, internal controls, financial reporting, and audit management
Experience implementing or optimizing ERP systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite)
Familiarity with multi-entity, multi-state, and grant-funded accounting
Proven success leading finance teams through organizational change or system transitions
Track record of strengthening internal controls in a growing organization
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, with a customer service approach
Demonstrated commitment to contributing to a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion is valued and centered in their work in general
Demonstrated success at supporting and developing staff from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where everyone can grow and contribute
Ability to coach and develop staff at varying skill levels
Experience partnering with program, development, and operations teams to align financial operations
Ability to balance rigor with empathy in a dynamic operating environment

Nice To Haves

Experience using reporting and analytics tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau

Responsibilities

Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion
Prepare and review complex journal entries and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy
Produce financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Lead in the management of the Organization’s annual fiscal audit and serve as the Organization’s main point of contact with external auditors
Maintain the daily operations of the Finance Department and support the Chief Financial Officer in developing strategic financial supports for the Organization
Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries
Prepares Form 990 and Form 5500
Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insights to support decision-making
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and organizational policies
Ensure that departmental SOPs reflect current departmental processes and procedures, and are routinely referenced in day-to-day activities
Recommend and, in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), implement new systems or procedures to streamline financial operations
Review work prepared by the Senior and Staff Accountant and provide guidance and feedback
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities by Finance Reporting Manager
Manage AP/AR, revenue, and general ledger reconciliations
Manage, coach, and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, learning, and continuous improvement
Monitor evolving accounting rules and communicate relevant updates to the Finance team and leadership
Respond to State and IRS notices and inquiries, including Sales and Use Tax, payroll tax, 941, 1099 and other federal, state, and local tax matters, ensuring timely resolution and full compliance
Additional duties consistent with the responsibilities and qualifications in this job description may be assigned