Posted August 21, 2026
Controller
Robert Half
Philadelphia, PA, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Controller to join a team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in a Long-term Contract capacity. This position will guide core accounting activities, deliver reliable financial reporting, and help maintain a disciplined compliance framework across the organization. The role also works closely with leadership and program teams to support budgeting, grant oversight, and stronger visibility into financial performance.
Responsibilities:
• Direct daily accounting activity across payables, receivables, journal entries, and supporting records to maintain accurate financial data.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring reporting deadlines are met and statements are complete.
• Produce financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and internal management summaries.
• Reconcile cash, investment, and general ledger balances while maintaining detailed schedules for fixed assets, prepaids, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Analyze account activity and financial results to identify variances, trends, and areas requiring follow-up.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts by providing data, insight, and reporting support.
• Strengthen internal controls by reviewing accounting practices, refining procedures, and promoting compliance with established policies and regulations.
• Oversee grant and restricted fund accounting, including budget monitoring, reimbursement reporting, audit support, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Partner with organizational leadership to improve reporting processes and increase clarity around cost tracking and financial performance.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or grant-supported setting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation requirements.
• Hands-on experience with audits, compliance reporting, and accounting for restricted or grant-based funding.
• Required experience using NetSuite and other accounting platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Background in inventory accounting and related financial systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across leadership and cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities:
• Direct daily accounting activity across payables, receivables, journal entries, and supporting records to maintain accurate financial data.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring reporting deadlines are met and statements are complete.
• Produce financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and internal management summaries.
• Reconcile cash, investment, and general ledger balances while maintaining detailed schedules for fixed assets, prepaids, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Analyze account activity and financial results to identify variances, trends, and areas requiring follow-up.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts by providing data, insight, and reporting support.
• Strengthen internal controls by reviewing accounting practices, refining procedures, and promoting compliance with established policies and regulations.
• Oversee grant and restricted fund accounting, including budget monitoring, reimbursement reporting, audit support, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Partner with organizational leadership to improve reporting processes and increase clarity around cost tracking and financial performance.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or grant-supported setting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation requirements.
• Hands-on experience with audits, compliance reporting, and accounting for restricted or grant-based funding.
• Required experience using NetSuite and other accounting platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Background in inventory accounting and related financial systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across leadership and cross-functional teams.
