Comptroller – Finance Director

Connecticut Humanities

Comptroller/Finance Director responsible for financial planning and management at CT Humanities. Overseeing compliance and financial reporting in a nonprofit environment, with a focus on accounting best practices.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeMiddletown • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including budgeting, compliance, and risk management within a nonprofit environment. Proficient in GAAP, grant accounting, and computerized accounting systems to ensure accurate financial reporting and oversight.

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GAAP ExpertiseNonprofit Accounting ExperienceFinancial Reporting ManagementQuickBooks ProficiencyGrant Accounting Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Financial ManagementBudgetingAccounting Policies DevelopmentPayroll ManagementSpreadsheet DevelopmentRisk ManagementCompliance ManagementExternal Audit ManagementCash ManagementGrant Accounting

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksADPBILL.comSpreadsheet Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit EnvironmentFederal Grant AccountingState Grant AccountingBanking RelationshipsFinancial Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Planning, directing, and controlling daily financial aspects of the organization
Managing banking relationships and overseeing risk management policies and practices
Managing payroll and ensuring compliance with regulations
Developing and overseeing accounting policies and procedures
Managing the external audit and financial reporting
Creating the organization’s annual operating budget and collaborating on project budgets
Ensuring accurate tracking and dispersion of restricted funds as specified in grant awards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience
Understanding of and experience in GAAP are required
Five or more years of experience in an accounting role
Five or more years of experience in a nonprofit environment is preferred
Knowledge of federal and state grant accounting/reporting is desirable
Knowledge of banks, banking systems, and cash management
Knowledge of and expertise with computerized accounting systems such as QuickBooks, payroll services such as ADP, and online bill payment platforms such as BILL.com
Ability to develop and use spreadsheets and standard business software systems
Excellent spreadsheet skills are critical
CPA or similar accounting certification preferred but not required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
403(b) plan with employer match
Generous PTO, sick leave, and state and federal holidays
Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid parking for in-office days
Hybrid work environment