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Financial Controller

Civilization Research Institute

Posted

Aug 03, 2026

Location

Remote (US)

Type

Full-time

Mission

What you will drive

  • Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to support strategic decision-making.
  • Oversee accounting quality control, internal audits, and cost optimization.
  • Manage tax compliance, including 990 filings and tax consultation for expansion strategies.
  • Track donations and grants, ensuring compliance and producing financial documentation for donors.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role ensures the financial health and compliance of an organization dedicated to solving intractable global problems, enabling effective resource allocation and long-term sustainability.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • CPA with primary experience in non-profit taxes.
  • 5+ years in financial management overseeing multi-million dollar budgets.
  • Expertise in GAAP and experience with both non-profit and for-profit taxes.
  • Excellent communication, detail-oriented, and ability to work independently.

Benefits

What's in it for you

Full-time remote role with quarterly visits to Asheville, NC. Competitive compensation and benefits package (details not specified). Opportunity to work in an innovative, flexible, and fast-moving start-up environment.

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The Civilization Research Institute is a non-profit organization focused on addressing some of the world's most intractable problems through research and strategic initiatives.