Application Guide

How to Apply for Controller

at New Tech Network

🏢 About New Tech Network

New Tech Network is a national nonprofit transforming education through project-based learning, partnering with schools to create equitable, deeper learning experiences. Working here means contributing to a mission-driven organization that's reshaping how students learn, with a remote-first culture and a collaborative team dedicated to systemic change.

About This Role

As Controller, you'll own the full accounting cycle for a growing nonprofit, ensuring financial integrity and compliance across grants, audits, and reporting. Your work directly supports the organization's ability to scale its impact, providing the financial backbone for innovative educational programs nationwide.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing cash positions and approving AP batches, followed by a check-in with the finance team on month-end tasks. Afternoon could involve analyzing grant budgets with program directors or preparing schedules for the upcoming audit, all while collaborating remotely via Slack and Zoom.

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🎯 Who New Tech Network Is Looking For

  • A CPA with 5+ years of progressive nonprofit accounting experience, including full ownership of month-end close and financial statement preparation.
  • Deeply familiar with nonprofit compliance: Form 990, grant reporting, payroll tax, and single audit requirements.
  • Proficient in NetSuite and passionate about improving internal controls and processes to support a remote, growing organization.
  • A collaborative leader who can communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders and support budget development and cash-flow forecasting.

📝 Tips for Applying to New Tech Network

1

Tailor your resume to highlight nonprofit-specific achievements, such as leading a successful audit or implementing a new grant accounting process.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your experience with project-based learning or educational nonprofits to show alignment with the mission.

3

Mention your proficiency with NetSuite and any experience migrating or optimizing accounting systems.

4

Demonstrate your ability to work remotely by citing examples of managing cross-functional teams or audits virtually.

5

Prepare a brief example of how you've strengthened internal controls or streamlined close processes in a previous role.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Emphasize your passion for educational equity and how your financial stewardship can amplify New Tech Network's mission.", 'Highlight specific experience with nonprofit audits, Form 990, and grant compliance, especially federal grants.', 'Showcase your ability to manage the full accounting cycle and lead process improvements in a remote environment.', 'Mention any experience with budgeting and cash-flow forecasting in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore New Tech Network's website to understand their project-based learning model and recent impact reports.
  • → Read about their school partnerships and how they measure deeper learning outcomes.
  • → Review their latest Form 990 and audited financial statements (available on Guidestar or their site) to understand their financial structure.
  • → Look into their remote work culture and any recent news about expansion or new initiatives.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your month-end close process at your current or most recent nonprofit role.
2 How do you ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements, especially for federal awards?
3 Describe a time you improved an internal control or accounting process. What was the impact?
4 How would you approach building relationships with program managers to support budget development?
5 What experience do you have with NetSuite, and how would you leverage it to improve efficiency here?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't ignore the nonprofit-specific requirements—generic corporate accounting experience won't suffice; emphasize grant and Form 990 expertise.
  • Avoid overstating your NetSuite proficiency if you have only basic experience; instead, highlight your adaptability to new systems.
  • Don't submit a generic cover letter—failing to connect with the mission or the specific role will stand out negatively.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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