Controller

Location: Kansas City, MO (Hybrid/Onsite)
Position Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Executive Director / Board Treasurer

Position Summary

The Controller leads all financial functions of the organization, ensuring strong financial stewardship, accountability, and compliance. This position oversees accounting operations, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, and strategic financial planning. The Controller works collaboratively with senior leadership and the Board to support mission delivery and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage daily accounting operations including general ledger, payables, invoicing, receivables, payroll, and bank reconciliations

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

• Review and present financial reports to the Board of Directors

• Manage cash flow planning and forecasting

• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes

Budgeting & Strategic Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor budget performance

• Provide variance analysis and financial insights to leadership

• Support long-range financial planning and scenario analysis

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and nonprofit reporting standards

• Manage audit preparation and work with external auditors

• Develop and maintain strong internal control policies and procedures

• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local reporting and tax requirements

Grant & Fund Accounting

• Track and manage restricted vs. unrestricted funds

• Monitor grant expenditures and prepare financial reports for grantors and funders as required

• Ensure accurate grant tracking and compliance with grant requirements and donor restrictions

Leadership & Collaboration

• Advise the Executive Director and leadership team on financial strategy and business decisions

• Coordinate with external accounting/finance consultants as needed

• Serve as financial liaison to the Board of Directors
  

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting/finance experience

• Strong nonprofit accounting knowledge and familiarity with fund accounting

• Proficient with QuickBooks Online and Stripe

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

• CPA or equivalent credential

• Experience with audits and IRS Form 990 preparation

• Experience supervising staff
  

Compensation and Benefits

• $80,000 - $90,000 annually

• Flexible work schedule

• Hybrid schedule available

• Generous paid time off

• Biweekly healthcare stipend

• Professional development support

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community impact in Kansas City
  

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest in nonprofit financial management to Heather Nevarez, heather@kccancompost.com.