Controller

Ready to Lead Financial Strategy That Fuels Mission Impact?

Are you a strategic finance leader who thrives on turning numbers into meaningful decisions? Do you enjoy building strong financial systems, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring organizational sustainability? If so, Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region (PPSWO) may be the place for you. This role offers the opportunity to help shape the financial future of an organization dedicated to expanding access to high-quality health care, education, and advocacy. 

About Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region

At Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region (PPSWO), our mission is to provide access to high-quality health care and education that empower people to make informed private decisions about their reproductive lives and sexual health.

Every day, our team delivers compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing health equity throughout the communities we serve. If you're passionate about developing healthcare professionals and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to have you join us.

The Role

The Controller serves as a key financial leader and strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership team. In this role, you will oversee all accounting and financial operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, support long-term organizational sustainability, and lead a talented accounting team.  

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys balancing big-picture strategy with operational excellence.

What You'll Do

Lead Financial Operations

• Oversee accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activities, cash management, payroll, retirement plans, and financial systems.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.
• Maintain oversight of banking, treasury, investment, and cash flow activities.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy. 

Drive Budgeting & Strategic Planning

• Lead the annual operating and capital budgeting process.
• Develop financial forecasts and long-range planning models.
• Establish reporting metrics and financial benchmarks that support organizational goals.
• Provide financial insights that help leadership make informed business decisions. 

Ensure Compliance & Financial Stewardship

• Maintain compliance with GAAP, grant requirements, tax regulations, and organizational policies.
• Oversee grant financial reporting and contract compliance.
• Manage annual audits and financial reviews, including preparation of supporting documentation.
• Support regulatory filings, including nonprofit tax reporting requirements. 

Partner with Leadership & the Board

• Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Provide financial guidance to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and organizational decision-making.
• Help align financial resources with PPSWO's mission and long-term sustainability goals. 

Develop & Support a High-Performing Team

• Lead and mentor accounting staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, trust, and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities for team members. 

You're the Right Fit If You...

• Have 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Have at least 5 years of leadership experience in accounting or finance management.
• Possess strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial management.
• Have experience managing budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Understand banking operations, internal controls, and financial analysis.
• Have experience overseeing grants and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Excel at strategic thinking while remaining detail-oriented.
• Communicate financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across departments. 

Bonus Points If You...

• Hold an active or previous CPA certification.
• Possess a master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Have experience within nonprofit, healthcare, or mission-driven organizations.
• Bring expertise in retirement plan administration and payroll oversight.
• Enjoy identifying opportunities to modernize systems and streamline processes. 

Benefits

Supporting our employees is important to us. Eligible employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• A mission-driven culture committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

What to Expect: Work Environment

• Hybrid work environment.
• Primarily sedentary office-based work.
• Occasional travel between PPSWO locations.
• Collaborative cross-functional partnership with leaders across the organization.
• Fast-paced environment focused on mission impact and continuous improvement. 

Why Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region?

At PPSWO, your work directly supports access to essential health care, education, and advocacy services across our communities. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful impact through mission-driven work.
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives.
• Influence organizational growth and sustainability.
• Lead important financial decisions that support long-term success.
• Work alongside passionate professionals committed to advancing health equity and reproductive freedom.
• Grow your leadership skills in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Ready to Make an Impact?

At Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region, numbers tell a story, and your work helps shape that story. As Controller, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the financial strength and sustainability of an organization dedicated to expanding access to essential health care, education, and advocacy services. 

If you're a strategic financial leader who is passionate about mission-driven work, thrives on building strong systems and teams, and wants to make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve, we encourage you to apply.

Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment.  We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, application for workers’ compensation benefits, use of statutory protected leave, veteran or military status, pregnancy, union activity, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.  Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.