Description We are looking for an hands on Controller to lead the financial operations of a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role involves overseeing accounting processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing leadership to the 3 person accounting team. The Controller will collaborate closely with the Chief Financial Officer to develop strategies that enhance financial efficiency and support organizational goals. Responsibilities: • Supervise and mentor the accounting team, fostering growth and promoting efficient workflows. • Prepare financial projections and coordinate budget and forecast processes, ensuring accurate grant and contract reporting. • Develop, monitor, and enforce financial policies and procedures to guide organizational decisions. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying informed of changes and implementing necessary adjustments. • Plan and oversee financial audits, including annual audits and grant-specific reviews, coordinating activities with relevant stakeholders. • Analyze budget variances and provide monthly financial reports to organizational leadership. • Recruit, train, and evaluate accounting staff, implementing corrective actions as needed in alignment with company policies. • Stay updated on financial technology and trends to drive innovation and compliance. • Represent the organization within the community to foster collaboration and enhance its reputation. • Review journal entries, expenditures, and salary allocations to ensure accuracy and alignment with budgets. This is a great opportunity with a mission-based organization providing valuable resources to the underserved New Orleans community. If you are CPA candidate and have 5+ years of full cycle accounting and month end close experience including non-profit accounting, this could be an excellent step into a leadership role for you! Please apply and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half! Requirements • CPA candidate with proven expertise in general accounting and federal grant accounting within a non-profit setting. • Proficiency in accounting software, including Abila or smiliar, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel tools and spreadsheet applications. • Strong organizational abilities and excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Familiarity with month-end close processes and full-cycle accounting. • Experience with fund accounting specific to non-profit organizations. • Knowledge of payroll systems, particularly Paylocity or similar. • Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience. • Ability to develop and implement internal controls to safeguard assets and manage risks effectively. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .