Controller

Oliver Gospel Mission Inc•Columbia, SC

10h

About The Position

The Controller serves as the organization’s highest financial authority and is responsible for safeguarding the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of all financial systems, reporting, and internal controls. This role provides financial governance, and compliance oversight while partnering closely with organizational leadership to support sound financial decision-making. The Controller ensures appropriate financial architecture, donor-restricted fund compliance, segregation of duties, and financial transparency across departments. The Controller reports to and has direct access to the Executive Director to escalate financial risk, compliance concerns, and control issues as needed. While not a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Controller provides support and accountability for the team, ensuring financial practices align with organizational strategy, regulatory requirements, and donor intent. In addition, the Controller has independent access to the Board Finance Committee and treasurer within governance protocol. The Controller is expected to lead with Christ-centered integrity, stewardship, and respect for the dignity of every person served and employed by the organization.

Requirements

A born-again believer in Jesus Christ
Affirm without reservation Oliver Gospel’s Statement of Faith
Fully support Oliver Gospel’s Statements of Mission, Vision, and Values
Ability and desire to work in harmony with other Oliver Gospel employees
Be on time and ready to work at the assigned work location on every scheduled day of work
Due to sensitivity for potential impact upon Oliver Gospel’s Program Participants, the use of tobacco and/or vaping products is not permitted during scheduled work hours or at any Oliver Gospel event
Valid South Carolina driver’s license
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and nonprofit finance experience both required
Demonstrated expertise in GAAP, nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal control frameworks.
Experience preparing for and supporting external audits and regulatory reviews.
Systems experience: QuickBooks Online - required. Donor platforms – required (Donor Perfect strongly recommended). Human Capital management – required, ADP strongly recommended. Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel – required.
Proven ability to analyze financial data, identify risk and trends, and communicate insights clearly to non-financial leaders.
High integrity, sound judgment, and demonstrated ability to operate with discretion and confidentiality.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complexity in a dynamic, multi-program environment.
Collaborative leadership style with the ability to work cross-functionally while holding appropriate financial boundaries.
Alignment with the organization’s Christ-centered mission and values.