Assistant Controller – Nonprofit

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Assistant Controller managing nonprofit clients’ accounting services, financial statements, and advisory engagements. CLA provides wealth advisory, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeQuincy • Massachusetts, Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting and finance, with a strong focus on GAAP compliance and proficiency in various accounting software. Capable of managing multiple clients and projects while providing strategic consulting and analysis of financial statements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

6 Years Accounting ExperienceNonprofit Industry ExperienceBachelor's DegreeStrong Knowledge of GAAPProficiency in Accounting Software

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement AnalysisAccounting Best PracticesProject ManagementClient ConsultationFinancial Recommendations

Soft Skills

Client Relationship ManagementCommunication SkillsOpportunity Building

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksIntacctGreat PlainsYardiMRITimberlineSageFoundationsXeroPeoplesoft

Industry Keywords

Accounting StandardsFederal PoliciesState PoliciesOrganizational Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform Assistant Controller functions as part of the client’s accounting services team and manage these functions for clients
Act as a consultant and advisor to clients on best practices for accounting and finance-related engagements
Manage multiple clients, work, and deadlines using project management expertise
Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations
Foster and build opportunities for clients, communities, and people
Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and training
Maintain knowledge of clients’ organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

6 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience required
Experience in Nonprofit Industry is strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree is required; combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree
Strong working knowledge of GAAP
Proficiency in accounting software, e.g. QuickBooks, Intacct, Great Plains, Yardi, MRI, Timberline, Sage, Foundations, Xero, Peoplesoft

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being
Industry-leading events and training
Career growth opportunities