Controller in Daytona Beach, Florida at Easter Seals Florida Inc

Salary range is $100,000 to $115,000 per year

Are you a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, solving problems, developing staff, and building strong financial processes? Do you want your work to have a meaningful impact beyond the numbers.

Easterseals Florida is seeking an experienced Controller to join our leadership team and help oversee the financial operations of a mission-driven nonprofit organization serving individuals, families, and communities across Florida. With approximately $50 million in annual revenue, multiple funding sources, government contracts, grants, and over 50 program and departmental budgets, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while leading a dedicated accounting team.

This position is ideal for a leader who can balance strategy with execution. We are looking for someone who is comfortable reviewing complex accounting transactions, resolving reconciliation issues, leading audits, strengthening internal controls, coaching staff, and partnering closely with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

This is not a role where you simply review the work of others. We are seeking a Controller who is willing to dive into the details when needed, help solve challenges, improve processes, and lead by example while building a high performing accounting function.

What You’ll Do

Own the Financial Close & Reporting Process

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles with precision and discipline
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules
• Ensure balance sheet integrity and timely resolution of outstanding items
• Deliver accurate, complete, and audit-ready financial statements
• Identify and resolve variances, anomalies, and key estimates before CFO review

Drive Financial Insight & Strategy

• Prepare and analyze budget-to-actuals, trends, and financial performance
• Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
• Identify risks, opportunities, and operational trends—and recommend actions
• Support reporting to executive leadership, Finance Committee, and Board
• Provide financial analysis on programs, grants, and strategic initiatives

Ensure Audit Readiness & Compliance

• Lead external audits (financial, Single Audit, 403(b), etc.)
• Serve as the primary liaison with auditors
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit standards, and grant requirements
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and process improvements

Oversee Cash & Financial Health

• Monitor cash flow, projections, and liquidity
• Oversee receivables, deferred revenue, and key balance sheet accounts
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure accurate revenue recognition and reporting

Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team

• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff
• Set clear performance expectations and drive accountability
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Serve as a trusted financial resource across the organization

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 3+ years in a leadership role managing accounting teams
• Strong knowledge of GAAP (nonprofit experience a plus)
• Experience with financial reporting, audits, budgeting, and forecasting
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required, for business needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history

What we offer:

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• 401K Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.