Controller (Philadelphia)
LHH, Philadelphia, PA, United States
LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a mission driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Controller on a temp to perm basis to oversee accounting operations and financial reporting. This role will partner closely with senior leadership, provide hands on accounting support, and help strengthen financial controls, reporting, and processes as the organization continues to grow.
Job Title: Controller
Industry: Nonprofit
Employment Type: Temp to Perm
Pay Rate: $50–55/hour (DOE)
Schedule: Full time
Growth Opportunity: Yes
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition
• Manage month end and year end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee audits, including coordination with external auditors and preparation of supporting schedules
• Monitor grant, contract, and restricted funding to ensure proper tracking and compliance
• Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Partner with leadership to support financial planning, strategy, and decision making
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, with opportunity to build and develop the team
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or regulated environment
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation
• Hands on systems experience with accounting software and advanced Excel
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, manage deadlines, and adapt to evolving priorities
• Collaborative, detail oriented, and growth minded professional
Why This Role:
• Competitive hourly pay with clear temp to perm path
• High visibility role with senior leadership exposure
• Opportunity to build structure, improve processes, and grow with the organization
• Meaningful work with long term career potential
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Job Title: Controller
Industry: Nonprofit
Employment Type: Temp to Perm
Pay Rate: $50–55/hour (DOE)
Schedule: Full time
Growth Opportunity: Yes
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition
• Manage month end and year end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee audits, including coordination with external auditors and preparation of supporting schedules
• Monitor grant, contract, and restricted funding to ensure proper tracking and compliance
• Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Partner with leadership to support financial planning, strategy, and decision making
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, with opportunity to build and develop the team
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or regulated environment
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation
• Hands on systems experience with accounting software and advanced Excel
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, manage deadlines, and adapt to evolving priorities
• Collaborative, detail oriented, and growth minded professional
Why This Role:
• Competitive hourly pay with clear temp to perm path
• High visibility role with senior leadership exposure
• Opportunity to build structure, improve processes, and grow with the organization
• Meaningful work with long term career potential
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance