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Comptroller Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Last updated November 6, 2025
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A 3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller, or Financial Controller, is responsible for ensuring an organization remains in good financial standing. Their duties include building financial strategies for a company, creating annual and quarterly budgets and overseeing employees’ payroll processes.

Comptroller Duties and Responsibilities

A 3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller performs a number of important duties within a company. Their overall responsibility is the smooth running of the business from a financial perspective. This means making sure there are strategies and controls in place to keep the business in good fiscal health, as well as making sure each employee involved in accounting performs to those standards. The 3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller is also responsible for conducting internal control audits to be sure the business is in compliance with legal and ethical business practices. Other responsibilities include:

  • Managing the company’s financial transactions
  • Developing plans for the company’s financial growth
  • Preparing the company’s financial reports
  • Taking part in the budgeting process
  • Managing the company’s accounting employees
  • Providing financial training to employees when needed
  • Evaluating and managing financial risk
  • Preparing income statements

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Example 1

Primary Function/Purpose:

Manage finance and accounting staff to ensure fiscal responsibility, accountability and compliance with government and private funding regulations. Provide effective support to facility divisions and effective integration with other CRF Departments.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the activities of the corporation accounting staff for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements and annual audits.
  • Oversee the disbursement activities ensuring the accurate and timely process of accounts payable, purchase orders, petty cash, core employee expense reports, core payroll processing and total corporate payroll tax compliance.
  • Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, and payroll.
  • Assure corporate tax form compliance to assure the accurate and timely completion of all corporate income tax returns taking full advance of all favorable tax codes.
  • Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.
  • Communicate with co-workers, management, clients and others in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Confirm with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
  • Reconciliation and direct preparation of financial statement accounts, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
  • Initiate, plan, implement assist and follow-up on special projects to meet unexpected demands upon the facility and its directors.

Secondary Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate effective communication with other staff within other staff within and interdisciplinary context, participate in and contribute to staff meetings and the development of policies and procedures.
  • Participate in training and staff-development activities to acquire and maintain both interpersonal and operational skills necessary for successful job performance.
  • Participate as an active member of the Senior Team in the development of departmental policies and procedures and long-term strategic planning, and function as an effective team member to enhance overall service provision and interunit staff collaboration.

Principal Relationships:
  • Regular significant contact with staff and volunteers providing leadership, guidance and training to meet unit objectives.
  • Regular contact with staff of other units within the facility and CRF to integrate unit operations.
  • Regular significant contact with regulated government agency personnel regarding revenue, reporting and record keeping.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor s degree required in Accounting or Finance.
  • Ten years of hands-on accounting managerial experience, including five years supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge of human services administration and office management systems.
  • Nonprofit accounting and prior experience with DHS housing contracts (shelters and supportive housing preferred).
  • Must have Budget, Analysis, Forecasting.
  • A working knowledge of nonprofit treasury items such as receivable, advances, revenue, etc.
  • Excellent written and oral communication, analytical, organizational, and project management skills are required.
  • Ability to act as liaison among a range of internal customers.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of office systems; MS-Office preferred.
  • Knowledge of database management systems MIP Preferred and local area networks.
  • Advanced excel skills and HHS Accelerator.
  • Prior experience with payroll processing software such as ADP.

OTHER Requirements (including Physical Demands):
  • This is a full-time position. Schedule is Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm but may be required to work long hours and a varied schedule.
  • Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement Children s Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Physical setting:
  • Office
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Bronx, NY 10455: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • GAAP: 5 years Location: One location

Example 2

JOB Summary: Responsible as the principal financial officer of the Corporation. Will exercise direct line authority over all fiscal operations of the Corporation.

Specific Job Qualifications

· Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Public Administration or a related field.

· Must have three (3) or more years’ experience in non-profit finances or related position or field. One of the (3) of the years’ experience must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

· Experience in long and short range fiscal planning and monitoring at an organization wide level preferred.

· Experience in preparing and analyzing budgets required.

· Current insurable drivers’ license and proof of automobile insurance required.

· Insurable and bondable under Agency policy.

Specific Requirements

· Must have knowledge of regional, state and federal funding regulations affiliated with non-profit organization.

· Must have good group and interpersonal communication skills.

Essential Job Functions

· Ensures that monthly finance reports are prepared in accordance with GAAP and presented to the Board of Directors in a timely manner.

· Ensures that fiscal management is sufficient to ascertain compliance with corporate, local, state, and federal polices/regulations and reduce or eliminate audit findings.

· Maintain agency contracts

· Develop and maintain systems of internal control to safeguard financial assets of the organization and oversee federal, state and local awards and programs.

· Oversee the coordination of activities of independent auditors in regards to Uniform Grant Guidance (2CFR Part 200). Ensure all 2CFR Part 200 and 403(b) compliance issues are resolved.

· Oversee the maintenance of the inventory of all fixed assets, including assets purchased with government funds assuring all are in accordance with federal regulations.

· Assist in performing all tasks necessary to achieve the organization’s mission.

· Monitor indirect and space cost pools.

· Monitor all corporate expenditures for appropriateness and corporate expenditure reports for timeliness and accuracy.

· Recommend changes in corporate and fiscal policies/procedures as the need arises.

· Provide fiscal support to all program directors.

· Work with program directors with budget preparation and financial forecasting and program reporting.

· Responsible for all fiscal components of the Corporation except payroll.

· Responsible for maintaining good relationships and communication with federal, state and local providers.

· Assist the Executive Director and Program Directors in planning and implementing projects.

· Annually assess all positions under direct supervision.

· Attend meetings, conferences and training sessions related to the duties of this position and disseminate acquired information to appropriate individuals inside and outside the Agency.

· Maintain affiliations with various community and programmatic organizations associated with Community Action Agency.

· Ensures that the Agency procurement system is followed and in accordance with all pertinent requirements.

· Perform all other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director.

*Non-Essential Job Functions

· Committee Assignments as directed by the Executive Director

Other Skills/Abilities/Documentation

· Be a self-motivator

· Knowledge of Community Action Programs

· Able to pass FBI and Ohio BCI criminal background checks, Motor Vehicle Records check, Drug and Alcohol Test.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 403(b)
  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Experience level:
  • 3 years
Physical setting:
  • Office
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed



Experience:
  • non-profit finances or related: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
  • Portsmouth, OH 45662: Relocate before starting work Location: Hybrid remote in Portsmouth, OH 45662

Example 3

Comptroller

Duties:

- Oversee all financial operations and ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations
- Manage the financial reporting process, including the preparation of financial statements and reports
- Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data
- Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
- Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management and make recommendations for cost savings and revenue enhancement
- Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
- Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits and ensure timely completion of audit requirements
- Manage cash flow and monitor budget performance
- Prepare forecasts and financial projections to support business planning and decision-making
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in financial management

Skills:

- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting standards
- Proficiency in using accounting software, QuickBooks
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Attention to detail and accuracy in financial record keeping
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective communication skills to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
- Problem-solving skills to identify issues and recommend solutions

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification as needed.

If you are a highly motivated individual with a strong background in financial management, we invite you to apply for the position of Comptroller. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of our financial operations. We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth.

To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Experience level:
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years
Physical setting:
  • Office
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Jonesboro, AR 72404: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:
  • Associate Location: In person

Example 4

Role Description:The Operations Controller is a core member of the back-office team reporting directly to the Managing Partners and General Manager of a large nationwide transportation and Logistics company as a subcontractor for Fortune 500 company, FedEx. The Controller will be responsible for, but not limited to assisting the management team with duties relating to operations by maintaining the fleet management database, monitoring fuel and maintenance expenditures, and managing inventory. They may be assigned additional duties, depending on experience and business needs. Daily responsibilities will be conducted in our Dallas office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

o Monitor weekly fuel usage and maintenance costs at all entities

o Maintain inventory for in-house mechanics

o Update fleet management database with all current vehicle issues and statuses

o Additional duties such as data collection and entry, creation of business reports, and supervision vehicle fleet maintenance

Qualifications and Requirements:

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent attention to detail and highly organized

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Dallas, TX 75247: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Microsoft Office: 2 years Location: In person

Example 5

Incumbent:

Department/Program: Finance/Accounting

Location: Lake Street

Reports to: CFO

Salary: $73,000-$75,000

The Inner Voice, inc

position description
JOB TITLE: Comptroller
Position Overview:

Reporting to the CFO, the Comptroller is responsible for reviewing, keeping, and maintaining records of all financial transactions within the organization.

Responsibilities:
  • Prepares monthly journal entries, maintains cost allocation spreadsheets, and updates as appropriate. Allocates all pooled expenses, such as salaries and common costs to the appropriate funding source and cost center
  • Uses allocation spreadsheets and trial balances to forecast future events and compare these results with the budgeted figures
  • Review daily bank entries and CC entries done by the bookkeeper and Finance Manager
  • Reviews general ledger activity for accuracy and necessary reclassifications
  • Provides reconciliations of various general ledger accounts for monthly close
  • Works with the CFO to produce financial statements and other reports and prepare for various finance and budget meetings
  • Analyzes results of financial statements and significant variances in budget.
  • Processes accounts payable and payroll when necessary
  • Review preparation of annual Vendor tax report forms 1099s and filing
  • Completes any special projects as assigned by the CFO and management
  • Works closely with other accounting staff to assist with early identification of potential cost overruns and unbudgeted expenses
  • Review monthly bank reconciliation and monitor daily bank balance and cash flow.
  • Determines adherence to capitalization rules for the agency and all funding sources
  • Reviews fixed asset tracking for additions and disposals of fixed assets
  • Review supporting schedules for the monthly fixed asset roll-forward and analysis to detail and explain variances
  • Review accounting entries for depreciation expense, asset transfers, additions, and asset retirements
  • Evaluate current policies and procedures
  • Responsible for the accounting, integrity, and control of all tangible and intangible assets and the corresponding review and post-accounting entries for depreciation, amortization, asset transfers, additions, and asset retirements
  • Other duties as assigned by CEO & CFO.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university. Masters in accounting/ business and/or a CPA/CMA a plus
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience in a 501 C-3 Not-for-profit social service environment required. Prior supervisory experience is desirable
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical and organizational abilities, and effective negotiation and presentation skills
  • Computer literate with advanced proficiency in the use of computerized Excel spreadsheets
  • Financial Edge Accounting software experience is highly desirable
  • Service-orientated, self-starter who possesses strong project management and system and problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to ensure deadlines are met and work is complete and accurate
  • Work on weekends and/or evenings may be required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Experience level:
  • 3 years
Physical setting:
  • Office
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Chicago, IL 60661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: In person

Example 6

Nevada URBAN Indians, INC.
JOB Description

Title:Comptroller

Department:Administration

Exemption:Non-Exempt

Supervisor:CEO

Description:

Assumes the responsibility for planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and

monitoring all aspects of the financial operations of the company; including accounting, payrolls

financial reporting/systems, budget, cash management and other finance-related functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; and 3-5 years of progressively responsible financial management experience and having experience in the non-profit sector is highly desirable. CPA designation or on track to receive CPA license. Proven increasingly responsible work experience in grants managing fiscal, auditing and accounting functions including payroll or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

JOB Duties & Responsibilities: duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Provide leadership, management and direction to the Finance functions and assigned staff, including professional development activities, performance evaluations and continuous improvement.
  • Prepare financial reports and analyses for external entities (e.g. State and Federal reports).
  • Provides assistance to program staff in the development and compliance of program grants and contracts; monitoring programs to ensure compliance.
  • Creating and completing financial reporting systems (daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual). Perform duties that include exercising professional judgment in formulating or assisting in the formulation of policies and procedures.
  • Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.
  • Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Provides status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
  • Prepares budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plans.
  • Comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements by studying existing and new legislations, anticipating financial impact of future legislations, advising management on needed actions, and enforcing adherence to requirements.
  • Coordinate internal audit program.
  • Other duties as assigned

Special NOTE:

Nevada Urban Indians, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to contact the agency about employment opportunities. Indian hiring preference may apply to some positions dependent upon funding agency (i.e. Bureau of Indian Affairs, Title V, Johnson O'Malley, and Indian Health Service funded positions).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
  • Office
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Reno, NV 89509: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location
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What Does a 3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller Do?

Comptrollers work in executive-level supervisory positions typically within the financial or accounting departments of a company. They’re often in charge of building financial budgets for an organization and delegating tasks to their employees to implement these new financial and budget changes.

They’ll analyze the progress of these financial updates by reviewing the statistics and results after putting these new financial plans in place and will adjust these strategies accordingly. Comptrollers also prepare a presentation of the company’s financial status and progress and deliver this to the executive team for feedback and reviews.

Comptroller Skills and Qualifications

A successful 3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications necessary to fulfill the job requirements. You are looking for someone with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and an excellent understanding of business and accounting concepts. A high-quality candidate should also have proven leadership ability and experience in management. Interpersonal skills are desirable since the 3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller will interact with employees and executive management. Other skills and qualifications include:

  • Exceptional numerical ability
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Experience with spreadsheet and financial analysis software
  • Good communication skills
  • Attention to detail coupled with patience and tenacity
  • Knowledge of regulatory and other financial standards and requirements
  • Understanding of taxation, payroll and other fiscal aspects of a business
  • Experience conducting audits

3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller Salary Expectations

The average Comptroller salary is $67,934 per year. Experience and education play a significant role in how much Comptrollers earn. There are certifications available to Comptrollers that can enhance their desirability and affect their salary. In the public sector, the Comptroller’s pay is above the average in the private sector.

3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller Education and Training Requirements

Comptrollers usually have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration. This provides them with a foundation in economics, business law, taxation and budget analysis. Some businesses require a master’s degree, either in accounting or an MBA (master of business administration). One way to advance a Comptroller’s career is to pursue certifications. Employers tend to look favorably on candidates with either a CPA (certified public accountant) or a CMA (certified management accountant) certification. Candidates with a CFA (chartered financial analyst) charter are also usually given strong consideration.

Comptroller Experience Requirements

Since 3493162accounting8.47controller5.39finance4.47accountant3.71accounting manager1.44194521709627000.0087906.71183000.00YEARLY9734752025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Comptroller is a management position, it’s not unusual for you to be looking for someone with significant experience. Successful candidates have not only four to six years of business or finance education, but as many as seven years of accounting experience. During this time they might have worked at a major accounting firm or perhaps worked as a government auditor or performed senior-level accounting work. You are certainly looking for someone with business leadership experience, including a number of years managing a financial team.

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