Controller

Job overview

The Controller role is based in Santa Ana, CA, with a hybrid remote work environment described in the posting. Compensation is $210,000–$260,000 per year. Think Together partners with schools to provide programs during and outside the school day and support children across California. The Controller safeguards the organization’s financial integrity and supports long-term sustainability. The role leads accounting operations, strengthens controls and close processes, coordinates audits, and provides reliable financial information for organizational decisions.

What you'll do

• Oversee the general ledger, financial statements, monthly and annual close, revenue recognition, billing, accounts payable and receivable, procurement, cash and treasury operations, payroll accounting, and tax filings.
• Lead audits and audit follow-up, maintain internal controls and nonprofit GAAP compliance, analyze financial results, partner with FP&A and operational leaders, and develop the accounting team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

controller

santa ana ca

think together

nonprofit accounting

financial reporting

gaap

internal controls

audit leadership

grant accounting

travel up to 10%

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration and a CPA designation, with an active CPA license strongly preferred. Travel up to 10% is stated.

About the employer

Think Together is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.