Position Summary
The Comptroller oversees Fuller Center’s daily financial operations, ensuring strong financial management, accurate reporting, and compliance across all funding streams. This leadership role is designed as a growth path to Chief Financial Officer (CFO), working closely with the CEO and COO to strengthen financial systems, support strategic decision-making, and build infrastructure for organizational growth. The ideal candidate has strong nonprofit financial experience, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to leadership and the Board of Directors.
Position Purpose
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial operations
Strengthen financial systems, controls, and reporting
Support leadership and the Board with actionable financial insights
Develop into a future CFO-level leader
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Operations & Accounting Management
Oversee accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll coordination, and monthly/year-end close processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Maintain and improve financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
2. Financial Reporting & Board Engagement
Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting reports
Present financial reports to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee
Translate financial data into strategic insights for non-financial stakeholders
Support leadership and Board decision-making through financial analysis
3. Budgeting & Forecasting Support
Support and help lead the annual budgeting process
Develop forecasts and financial projections
Monitor departmental budgets and ensure accountability
Build advanced skills in financial modeling and scenario planning
4. Audit, Compliance & Risk Management
Lead annual audit preparation and serve as liaison to external auditors
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, nonprofit, grant, and funding requirements
Maintain strong internal controls and documentation
Identify and mitigate financial risks proactively
5. Grants Financial Oversight
Support grant-funded programs through proposal budgeting, restricted/unrestricted fund tracking, and grant financial reporting
Partner with grants and program teams to align financial data with funder requirements
6. Cash Flow & Financial Management
Monitor cash flow and liquidity
Support banking relationships and financial transactions
Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities
7. Systems, Process Improvement & Infrastructure
Improve financial systems, reporting tools, workflows, and technology
Increase efficiency and scalability of financial operations
8. Team Leadership & Development
Supervise and support accounting and finance staff
Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Help build a scalable finance function
9. Leadership Development (Path to CFO)
Partner with the CEO and COO on financial strategy, long-term planning, and organizational growth
Gradually assume greater responsibility for forecasting, strategic analysis, and Board-level leadership
Performance Expectations
Success will be measured by:
Accurate and timely financial reporting
Effective Board communication and reporting
Clean audits with no material findings
Strong internal controls and compliance systems
Effective budget management and variance control
Demonstrated growth toward CFO-level leadership
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–10 years of nonprofit financial experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Experience with audits, budgeting, financial reporting, and Board presentations
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred:
Master’s degree (MBA, MAcc, or related)
CPA or pursuit of certification
Experience in human services, early childhood education, or similar sectors
Familiarity with government funding and grant compliance
Experience with multi-site/multi-program organizations and financial systems
Leadership Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High integrity and accountability
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Capacity to grow into executive leadership
Position Impact
The Comptroller plays a vital role in ensuring Fuller Center’s financial strength, compliance, and operational integrity by supporting leadership and the Board with accurate financial information and building systems for long-term sustainability. This position is intentionally structured as a pipeline to future CFO leadership.
FLSA Classification
This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
ADA Statement
Fuller Center is committed to equal employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We Encourage a Diverse Workforce: Fuller believes that a diversified group of associates contributes to a culture of values, team spirit and company growth. We feel this helps us to adapt to and embrace the diverse cultures and beliefs of our customers and the communities in which we live, work and do business in. If you’re looking for a company that respects your unique merits, professionalism, and skills, we’d like to talk to you.
We thank all that apply, but only those candidates who meet the position requirements will be contacted. Fuller conducts all employment-related activities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local employment discrimination laws.
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