Contract Controller (Nonprofit | Grants Accounting | MIP)
Ledgent, Troutdale, OR, United States
Contract Controller (Nonprofit | Grants Accounting | MIP)
Engagement Details
Engagement Type:
Full‑time contract
Duration:
6 months (with possible extension or conversion)
Compensation:
$43-$48.07 per hour
Start Date:
ASAP
Overview
We’re partnering with a mission‑driven organization seeking an experienced Contract Controller to step in during a period of transition. This is a hands‑on role ideal for a Controller who enjoys stabilizing accounting operations, cleaning up historical issues, and mentoring developing teams. The organization has a junior accounting staff and needs a strong technical and people leader to help correct errors, support audits, and strengthen day‑to‑day processes.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as interim Controller, overseeing core accounting operations
Reconcile and stabilize general ledger and supporting schedules
Identify, investigate, and correct historical accounting discrepancies
Support and help remediate backlogged audits, including prior‑year activity
Oversee grants accounting, ensuring compliance and accuracy
Manage month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation
Train, mentor, and guide a junior accounting team
Provide hands‑on support and training in
MIP Fund Accounting
Partner closely with finance leadership to guide stabilization efforts
Required Qualifications
Controller‑level accounting experience (nonprofit experience strongly preferred)
Strong grants accounting background
Advanced proficiency with MIP Fund Accounting
Ability to train and support users is essential
Experience cleaning up disorganized accounting environments
Prior exposure to audit support, remediation, or delayed audits
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
Comfortable rolling up sleeves in a complex, evolving environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with
Microix
Prior interim, consulting, or contract Controller experience
Background working with junior or developing accounting teams
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Engagement Details
Engagement Type:
Full‑time contract
Duration:
6 months (with possible extension or conversion)
Compensation:
$43-$48.07 per hour
Start Date:
ASAP
Overview
We’re partnering with a mission‑driven organization seeking an experienced Contract Controller to step in during a period of transition. This is a hands‑on role ideal for a Controller who enjoys stabilizing accounting operations, cleaning up historical issues, and mentoring developing teams. The organization has a junior accounting staff and needs a strong technical and people leader to help correct errors, support audits, and strengthen day‑to‑day processes.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as interim Controller, overseeing core accounting operations
Reconcile and stabilize general ledger and supporting schedules
Identify, investigate, and correct historical accounting discrepancies
Support and help remediate backlogged audits, including prior‑year activity
Oversee grants accounting, ensuring compliance and accuracy
Manage month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation
Train, mentor, and guide a junior accounting team
Provide hands‑on support and training in
MIP Fund Accounting
Partner closely with finance leadership to guide stabilization efforts
Required Qualifications
Controller‑level accounting experience (nonprofit experience strongly preferred)
Strong grants accounting background
Advanced proficiency with MIP Fund Accounting
Ability to train and support users is essential
Experience cleaning up disorganized accounting environments
Prior exposure to audit support, remediation, or delayed audits
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
Comfortable rolling up sleeves in a complex, evolving environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with
Microix
Prior interim, consulting, or contract Controller experience
Background working with junior or developing accounting teams
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
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