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Financial Controller

Merit America is a national nonprofit dedicated to creating pathways to family-sustaining careers for Americans in low-wage roles. They seek a Financial Controller to lead accounting operations, ensure financial accuracy and compliance, and support organizational growth through financial system improvements, reporting, and team leadership.

Skills

  • Expertise in nonprofit accounting principles and fund accounting
  • Proven leadership in full-set accounting activities and audit management
  • Experience with ERP/accounting systems, preferably NetSuite
  • Ability to implement AI practices in accounting workflows
  • Strong strategic communication with non-financial stakeholders
  • Experience managing external financial relationships

Responsibilities

  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes ensuring accurate financial results
  • Prepare and present financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Manage annual external audit and compliance filings including Form 990
  • Oversee financial reporting for grants and restricted funds
  • Lead accounting operations including banking, cash management, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll review
  • Develop and enforce accounting policies and scalable workflows
  • Design and maintain internal financial controls and risk mitigation strategies
  • Optimize and administer accounting systems with data governance
  • Lead and mentor a 2-person accounting team fostering high morale and growth opportunities

Education

  • Relevant degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Benefits

  • 4-day work week with flexible Fridays
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance fully covered for employees
  • Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
  • Education and personal development reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption benefits
  • Unlimited vacation after probation period
  • 11 federally recognized holidays plus additional office closures
  • 401(k) plan with automatic company contribution
  • Wellness benefits and resources
  • Technology and home office stipends
  • Inclusive affinity groups and community building
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Merit America provides a path to skilled technology careers for Americans who can’t yet compete for these roles. Our program meets the needs of American employers and busy working adults: it takes months to complete, not years, and doesn't result ...

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$202,000/yr - $202,000/yr
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Full-time, remote
DATE POSTED
August 4, 2025
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