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Controller

Vaco
$140,000.00 - $150,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
Mar 22, 2026
We are recruiting a Controller for a long-standing organization in the Raleigh area. This position oversees financial compliance related to payroll, benefits accounting, and insurance programs and partners with Operations on HR administration and policy implementation. The Controller is responsible for financial integrity and compliance of all fiscal functions and does not oversee general HR operations or office administration. The position reports directly to the President and CEO and collaborates closely with the Operations, Engagement, and Development teams. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to join a growing organization with strong momentum, a positive and collaborative culture, and the ability to make a meaningful impact Responsibilities: Finance/Accounting: Manage/perform all functions necessary for accounts, including receivables and payables Perform all banking functions, including deposits, credit card processing & reconciliations Process payroll taxes and forms Prepare general ledger entries Prepare and manage all accounting tasks, including accrual basis financials, internal financial statements for department leads, cash flow reports, fixed assets, and prepaid expenses Manage the preparation of the annual budget Prepare documents needed for the 990 and work with the tax accountant Prepare documents required for the annual audit and work with the auditor Prepare application for any necessary Solicitation Licenses Prepare Sales Tax Refund Report Payroll & Benefits: Administer payroll and retirement contributions semimonthly Ensure proper accounting, reconciliation, and financial compliance for all payroll and benefit-related liabilities Oversee financial administration of employee benefits, including coordination with brokers on billing and reporting matters Partner with Operations on benefits administration, with Operations leading employee communications, enrollment processes, and HR-related compliance Risk Management: Manage insurance policies (e.g. D&O, general liability) Develop and maintain fiscal risk management policies (e.g., cash movement controls, segregation of duties) Coordinate annual insurance renewals and ensure adequate organizational coverage Qualifications: Bachelor's or higher in a relevant field (i.e., accounting) CPA is required 10+ years overall experience with at least 5 years of experience in a similar role Experience in non-profit accounting is required Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and execute critical path thinking to maximize efficiency Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Motivated to take initiative and work well both independently and collaboratively Familiar with strategies and tools to automate and streamline financial/accounting functions Proficient in QuickBooks, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Office applications Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.