Nonprofit Controller

About Us

7-time winner of the 50 Fastest Growing Companies in the Twin Cities, All In One Accounting is the strategic accounting team for mission-driven nonprofits and growth-minded entrepreneurs.

All In One Accounting’s thorough and comprehensive set of services move our clients from financial chaos to business clarity and beyond.

Simply said, our mission is to empower entrepreneurs and to support profitable Growth, equip them to Protect their assets, and enable nonprofits to Amplify their impact.

A bit about the role:

We're seeking an experienced and strategic Nonprofit Controller to join our team and help drive success for our small business clients. This role is pivotal in leading delivery teams, mentoring accountants, and providing high-level advisory services to help mission-driven nonprofits achieve their business goals.

As a Nonprofit Controller, you'll own client relationships while leading internal delivery teams to ensure exceptional service delivery. You'll work alongside Accountants and CFOs in a dynamic, multi-client environment that requires both strategic thinking and hands-on problem-solving skills.

Now about you...

You're a strategic leader and mentor

You excel at strategically building and leading high-performing teams while fostering enduring client partnerships. You take full ownership of team development and success, providing thoughtful guidance and mentorship to accountants while ensuring exceptional client service delivery. You understand your pivotal role in driving both client success and organizational growth, making decisions that align team capabilities with long-term business objectives

You're adaptable and consultative

We work primarily with smaller organizations that have big goals. You adapt your approach to meet each client's unique needs while maintaining consistent quality across all engagements. You thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple client relationships and can shift seamlessly between strategic planning and hands-on problem-solving.

You're bursting with initiative and curiosity

You excel at analyzing financials and translating complex data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders. Your natural inquisitiveness drives you to dig deep, understanding what truly powers each business's success. You proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and automation, helping clients achieve their long-term goals. By staying current with industry trends and continuously expanding your expertise, you're always finding innovative ways to add value and drive efficiency while developing tailored solutions that align with each client's unique needs.

More about the Nonprofit Controller role:

Wearing multiple hats and saying "yes" to a variety of challenges are the table stakes for the Controller role. Your specific responsibilities include:

Lead and oversee delivery teams, providing mentorship and guidance to accountants

Own and nurture client relationships, ensuring delivery of value-based services

Design and implement strategic solutions; this role requires both hands-on expertise and strategic planning abilities

Develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for financial operations

Contribute to company goals through proactive client management and team development

Provide strategic insights and recommendations to drive client success

The specifics of the Nonprofit Controller role:

Client Financial Leadership

Lead month-end closing meetings with clients and internal teams to present financials

Oversee the preparation and review of monthly financial statements and key reports

Analyze budget variances and communicate significant issues and opportunities

Prepare cash flow forecasting and strategic recommendations

Serve as a proactive liaison with the client's professional advisors (CPAs, bankers, attorneys)

Team Leadership and Quality Control

Oversee and mentor accountants on your delivery teams

Review and ensure the accuracy of all key financial processes:

Balance sheet reconciliations

AP/AR processes

Cash management

Month-end closing entries

Payroll integration

Implement and maintain robust internal controls

Ensure consistent high-quality service delivery across all clients

Internal Responsibilities

Meet or exceed billable hours goals while maintaining service excellence

Complete all internal deliverables (time tracking, capacity planning, quarterly initiatives)

Actively participate in All In One Accounting’s Brand Ambassador program, representing our mission and values

Represent All In One Accounting professionally while fostering team collaboration

Maintain the highest standards of security compliance and asset protection

Contribute to process improvements and best practices

The successful candidate will have:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, or equivalent experience

7+ years of progressive nonprofit accounting experience, including team leadership

Proven success in managing multiple client relationships in a consulting environment

Strong mentoring and team development abilities

Excellence in financial analysis and strategic planning

Outstanding communication skills with both financial and non-financial stakeholders

Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality

Advanced technical skills with various accounting platforms

Why All In One Accounting - The Benefits

All In One Accounting offers all of our delivery team positions as either full or part-time with a mix of client interaction and internal team comradery. We strive to meet team members where they're at – so our roles vary between onsite and fully remote.

Our company has been built by a team who likes to have fun, respect each other and works extremely hard to do right by each other and our clients. While working in a multi-client environment presents its own set of challenges, the greatest compliment we receive is that our work has changed the lives of our clients.

Our five core values of Commitment, Foresight, Relationships, Tenacity, and Teamwork are at the core of everything we do. We've created an environment of continuous growth and are excited to see your talents!

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $85,000 - $125,000

Annual Bonus: Up to 10% of salary

Comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability

HSA, FSA, and dependent care options

Professional development opportunities

All In One Accounting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.