Newark
Job DescriptionJob Title: Interim Controller Location: Newark, NJ (Hybrid or On-site preferred) Duration: 3-4 months Pay Rate: $50-$70 per hour About the Role We are seeking an experienced Interim Controller to join a leading non-profit organization in Newark, NJ for a short-term engagement. This role is critical in ensuring financial stability and compliance during a transitional period. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, leadership experience, and the ability to manage complex financial operations in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and non-profit regulations, • Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and financial statements, • Supervise and support the finance team, ensuring timely deliverables, • Prepare and present financial reports to senior leadership and the board, • Monitor cash flow, budgets, and grant reporting requirements, • Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit preparation, • Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets, • Assist with process improvements and system enhancementsQualifications, • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred, • Minimum 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles, • Prior experience in non-profit financial management strongly preferred, • Strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting, • Proficiency in accounting software and Excel; ERP experience a plus, • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, • Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced environmentWhy Join Us?, • Competitive hourly rate: $50-$70, • Opportunity to make an immediate impact during a critical transition Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $50.00 to $70.00 per hour Search managed by: Christine Senn Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.