The Controller is the operational leader of the accounting function and the guardian of financial integrity. This role ensures that all financial activity is accurate, compliant, controlled, and audit-ready, while building the systems, processes, and team necessary to support a growing and mission-driven organization.
What You’ll Lead
Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting
- Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, payroll accounting, and month-end close
- Ensure timely, accurate financial statements
- Maintain strong reconciliation and review processes
- Deliver reliable financial reporting packages for leadership
- Identify and resolve accounting issues, anomalies, and variances
Audit, Compliance & Grants
- Lead all audit preparation and coordination (internal and external)
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and grant requirements
- Oversee proper tracking and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funds
- Support preparation of Form 990 and other regulatory filings
Controls & Governance
- Strengthen and maintain internal control frameworks
- Ensure policies, procedures, and documentation are in place and followed
- Monitor risk areas and implement corrective actions
- Drive accountability and consistency across financial processes
Systems & Process Improvement
- Continuously improve close, reconciliation, and reporting processes
- Partner with VP Finance on system enhancements and implementations
- Ensure accounting ownership of financial systems and data integrity
- Build scalable infrastructure that supports growth and complexity
Team Leadership
- Manage and develop accounting staff (Senior Accountant, AP, etc.)
- Conduct regular 1:1s and performance management
- Align team structure with organizational needs and growth
- Build bench strength and succession readiness
What We Do
Maryland Food Bank is a nonprofit hunger-relief organization that leads efforts to end hunger across Maryland. It supplies food to a statewide network of food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and faith-based organizations, while offering outreach programs that provide direct food assistance, promote nutrition education, and address hunger through community-tailored initiatives. Its mission is to feed people, strengthen communities, and end hunger for more Marylanders.
