Controller

Core responsibilities:

• Manage all day-to-day operations of the finance department, including accounts payable and receivable, monthly reconciliations, general ledger, payroll, relationship management with banks and other vendors, and audit preparation
• Assist with budget development, reporting, and analysis, and collaborate with a variety of internal constituents, including the CEO, CFO, COO, and other CIEL Management
• Identify new opportunities to improve efficiencies, eliminate backlogs, and respond proactively to other departments' needs
• Supervise two accountants and provide day-to-day supervision, management, and ongoing feedback for assigned staff and consultants

This role supports the Center for International Environmental Law's mission to use the power of law to protect the environment, promote human rights, and ensure a just and sustainable society by ensuring sound financial management that enables the organization's critical work.

Required qualifications:

• Prior nonprofit finance experience with a successful track record in a senior financial management role for 5+ years
• Experience working with US nonprofit finances and regulations (GAAP)
• Demonstrated experience supervising or providing management to others
• Technology savvy with the ability to manage data for financial reporting quickly and effectively
• Familiarity with Sage Intacct or major ERP system

Salary range: $101,000 - $130,000 depending on experience. The position is remote (USA with some states excluded) with strong preference for Washington, DC area.

The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) uses the power of law to protect the environment, promote human rights, and ensure a just and sustainable society. The organization employs nearly 70 staff in 8 countries with an organizational budget of ~$10M, mostly from private foundations.