Assistant Controller

Hybrid : Office presence required

2–3 times per month

(or as requested by the Controller)

Candidates must be local to the DC/MD/VA region

Cherry Bekaert has partnered with a well-established

$100M+ nonprofit organization

seeking an experienced

Assistant Controller

to join its Finance & Accounting leadership team. This role reports directly to the Controller and oversees day-to-day accounting operations while playing a key role in audits, compliance, and process improvement.

Why This Role

High-impact leadership role within a mission-driven nonprofit

Broad exposure to audits, Form 990/990-T, payroll, budgeting, and systems

Opportunity to influence process improvements and mentor staff

What You’ll Do

Review and approve recurring financial transactions and activities

Identify errors or inconsistencies and recommend corrective actions

Lead month-end close timelines and account reconciliation schedules

Prepare audit workpapers and support annual financial and employee benefit plan audits

Coordinate completion of Forms 990 and 990-T, including UBIT calculations

Supervise payroll and general accounting staff

Maintain and strengthen internal controls

Document accounting processes and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements

Partner with leadership on ERP and planning/budgeting system maintenance and reporting

Participate in the annual budgeting process

Maintain hands‑on knowledge of all accounting functions and provide coverage when team members are out

Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience overseeing or managing an

organizational budget of $40M+

Strong GAAP knowledge and hands‑on general accounting experience

Advanced Excel skills required

(must be able to confidently discuss formulas and complex spreadsheets)

Experience with Oracle Fusion

preferred , or multiple years with other ERPs such as

NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Great Plains , or similar

Prior experience preparing or overseeing

Form 990 / 990-T

filings

Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style

Comfortable rolling up sleeves and stepping in for team members as needed

CPA or CPA‑track strongly preferred (required for top of salary range)

Nonprofit accounting experience highly desirable

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