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Vaco by Highspring

Controller

Vaco by Highspring, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Title Interim Controller (Temporary to Potential Permanent)

– Nonprofit organization in New York City

Base Pay $55–$70/hr

Location Midtown, Manhattan – three days per week onsite

Job Description We are seeking an experienced finance professional to serve as an Interim Controller for a growing non‑profit organization in New York City. This role combines hands‑on accounting with team management responsibilities, including oversight of accounts payable and payroll. The ideal candidate has experience managing audits successfully, is highly organized, and has worked with government‑funded programs, including DYCD contracts and state, city, and some federal grants. The position is well‑suited for someone who has been promoted from an individual contributor to leadership and can help drive process improvements, including supporting the early‑stage migration from Great Plains to Financial Edge Blackbaud. There is potential for this role to convert to a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and month‑end close

Manage payroll processing using ADP

Supervise a small team, including training and workflow management for accounts payable staff

Support the audit process, including preparation of schedules and coordination with external auditors

Assist with grant accounting and reporting for government‑funded programs, including DYCD contracts, state, city, and some federal funders

Facilitate migration from Great Plains (GP) to Financial Edge Blackbaud; prior GP experience preferred

Ensure compliance with internal controls and organizational policies

Prepare reports and financial statements for management and board review

Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency

Qualifications

7+ years of accounting experience, including nonprofit experience preferred

Proven track record managing successful audits

Hands‑on experience with general ledger, reconciliations, payroll, and financial reporting

Experience with Great Plains (GP) and/or Blackbaud Financial Edge

Prior experience promoted from individual contributor to leadership preferred

Strong supervisory skills for small teams

Knowledge of grant accounting and compliance for government funders, including DYCD

Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Seniority Level Director

Employment Type Temporary

Job Function Accounting / Auditing

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