Controller - Hybrid

SupportWorks Housing • Richmond, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller is a key member of the Finance team, overseeing SupportWorks Housing’s day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance, the Controller leads accounting functions, supervises accounting staff, and ensures the integrity of financial data across multiple funding sources, including government grants and restricted funds. The role combines strategic financial oversight with hands-on operational leadership in a mission-focused environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting and general ledger management.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and federal grant compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting, grant accounting, and fund accounting.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• NetSuite experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and monthly and annual close processes.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and internal policies.
• Lead grant and fund accounting, including tracking restricted funding and preparing required financial reports.
• Coordinate the annual financial audit and support preparation of Form 990 and other regulatory filings.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial processes.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Partner with organizational leadership on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support system enhancements and optimization of financial reporting tools, including NetSuite.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans starting after one month of employment.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance at no cost.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• 403b retirement plan with a company match.
• Generous PTO plan including vacation, sick, and personal days.
• 14 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager