Description Katie Weigel with Robert Half Finance and Accounting is recruiting to fill a Controller role for a not for profit agency here in Reno. The Controller will lead and manage the finance department, overseeing key functions including preparing financial statements, maintaining cash control, providing financial reporting and analysis to the CEO, Board of Directors, and the Locally Elected Officials (LEO’s). They will be responsible for staff performance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, audit, and subrecipient management. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining robust financial controls to ensure accuracy and compliance. With a strong focus on operational excellence, the Controller will play a pivotal part in the organization's financial integrity. This position has responsibility for budgeting, compliance, reporting, and variance analysis functions and is responsible for clearly communicating results to the CEO, Board of Directors, and the LEO’s. To be considered for the role: • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent field required. • CPA, CMA or MBA designation strongly preferred. • Must have 3-5+ years of recent supervisory/managerial experience. • 3-5+ years of grant accounting experience, financial management of federally funded grants is preferred • Prefer progressively, responsible experience with nonprofit, education, government, or quasigovernment organizations with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting • Prefer experience with Grants Management Accounting software Benefits include PERS retirement, 13 paid holidays, 5 weeks of vacation and sick time, and the ability to work a four tens schedule or similar. The benefits are REALLY hard to beat! This position offers the best of both worlds - government benefits, but in a nimble setting. Interested in hearing more? Please contact me! Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. • Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, with at least 5 years in grant accounting. • Proven leadership experience, including managing teams for at least 2 years. • Strong knowledge of federal grant accounting and compliance standards. • Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. • Demonstrated ability to manage audits and regulatory reporting. • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with leadership and boards. • Familiarity with indirect cost rates and their application in non-profit financial management. 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) .