National Controller

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Founded in 1992, After-School All-Stars provides free, daily afterschool programs to school-aged youth in school sites all across the U.S. Our vision is for our All-Stars to be safe and healthy, to graduate high school and go on to college, to find a career they love, and to give back to their communities. ABOUT THE ROLE After-School All Stars with a budget of $30-$35M, is seeking a results-driven National Controller, a key member of the Finance team, to lead the organization's audit, manage multiple finance/accounting staff, oversee multi-state grants and compliance, and ensure/ advise on relevant policies. The Controller will report to Executive Vice President of Finance. We are seeking a candidate with proven 7-10 years of nonprofit experience, a CPA, A-133 single audit experience. Others are not encouraged to apply. This is an in-person role in the office in Los Angeles, Monday-Thursday in the office, Fridays working remote or in-person. RESPONSIBILITIES Accounting Leadership & Close Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency Prepare and oversee GAAP-compliant financial statements and supporting schedules Maintain integrity of the general ledger and all core accounting functions Oversee preparation of income statements and key financial reports Ensure appropriate revenue recognition, cost allocation, and expense classification Audit, Compliance & Controls Lead the annual audit and Single Audit (A-133) Serve as point of contact for external auditors Maintain continuous audit readiness, including documentation, schedules, and controls Strengthen and enforce internal controls, policies, and procedures Partner with HR on 403(b) audit and compliance requirements Ensure compliance with federal, state, and grant-specific requirements Grant & Fund Accounting Oversee financial management of multi-state government, foundation, and corporate grants Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and compliance for restricted and unrestricted funds Strengthen systems for grant reporting, documentation, and audit support Provide guidance on financial aspects of grant management across the organization Systems & Process Improvement Serve as internal lead for Financial Edge, including structure, reporting, and troubleshooting Oversee and improve the integration between Financial Edge and Raiser's Edge Identify and implement improvements to streamline accounting workflows and reporting processes Build scalable systems to support a growing, multi-entity organization Team Member Management Lead, manage, and develop a team of approximately 3 finance managers. Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards Build bench strength through coaching, mentorship, and professional development Risk Management & Financial Discipline Identify and manage financial risks across the organization Ensure strong financial discipline through consistent application of policies and controls Support the EVP in strengthening organizational financial infrastructure and accountability Network Partnership Partner with ASAS chapters and internal teams to ensure alignment on accounting practices and reporting Support consistency and clarity across a distributed national network Help elevate financial capabilities across the organization through tools, guidance, and collaboration Requirements Experience 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in nonprofit organizations; 12+ years preferred 5+ years' experience managing and developing a team of direct reports Education Bachelor's degree in accounting or closely related field required CPA strongly preferred Skills Deep expertise in nonprofit accounting, GAAP, and grant compliance Strong experience leading audits and internal controls Experience with Single Audit (A-133) requirements Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge strongly preferred Proven ability to manage teams and operate in a complex, multi-entity environment This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $140,000–$170,000 , commensurate with experience. In addition to base salary, ASAS offers a comprehensive benefits package.