Controller

BBB National Programs Inc•Mclean, VA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

BBB National Programs is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a more accountable and trustworthy marketplace. As the foremost thought leader on industry self-regulation, we are shaping the way that businesses and consumers interact with one another. As the home of U.S. independent industry self-regulation, we are currently operating more than twenty globally recognized programs that have been helping enhance consumer trust in business for more than 50 years. Our programs provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that address existing and emerging industry issues, create a fairer playing field for businesses, and a better experience for consumers. We continue to evolve our work and grow our impact by providing business guidance and fostering best practices in areas such as advertising, child-and-teen-directed marketing, data privacy, dispute resolution, automobile warranty, technology, and emerging areas. The Finance Department at BBB National Programs plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s operations and mission. The Finance team is responsible for all the finance, payroll and accounting activities in the organization, managing cash flow, forecasts, day-to-day accounting, and generating financial statements following generally accepted accounting principles. The Controller is accountable for the accounting operations of the Organization, including production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. The Controller will report to the CFO and assist with cash management and risk management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
8+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in leadership
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Required
Strong knowledge of GAAP
Experience with audits, internal controls, and compliance
Ability to work cross-functionally with program and leadership teams
Advanced Excel skills and accounting software proficiency required
Strong communication skills supporting executive leadership

Nice To Haves

Fortune 500 experience
Experience in a large nonprofit organization
Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve accounting efficiency, analysis, and decision support

Responsibilities

Ensure accuracy of general ledger, reconciliations, and closing processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Lead annual budgeting process across departments and programs; monitor budget vs. actual performance and provide variance analysis
Manage cash flow, reserves, and investments
Oversee banking relationships and liquidity planning
Support audits (external and internal) and regulatory filings (e.g., Form 990)
Maintain strong internal controls to mitigate financial and operational risk
Support financial modeling for new programs and initiatives
Support enterprise risk management efforts; identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
Provide financial insights to leadership
Manage and develop Finance staff
Drive continuous improvement in reporting and operations