Assistant Controller for Nonprofit

Assistant Controller

Compensation Range : $140,000 to $180,000 annually plus excellent benefits.

This position is ON-SITE in our DTLA HQ office.

Organizational Background

PACE was founded in 1975 to provide job training and placement services for the Asian Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles. PACE has since expanded into a variety of service areas, all tailored to meet the growing and changing needs of the multi-ethnic communities in Los Angeles County. Now, in addition to job training and employment services, significant PACE programs encompass : business development; early childhood education (Head Start); financial education and asset building; housing and rehabilitation services; weatherization and energy-conservation programs; and affordable housing development. PACE serves more than 40,000 people each year with our wide scope of services with approximately 400+ staff. PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities and has a reputation of being responsive to community needs and is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriad of challenges faced by our clients.

POSITION SUMMARY

PACE is seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant Controller to join the team and organization. The Assistant Controller will be a senior member of the Finance Department, reporting directly to the Controller and playing a key role in day-to-day financial operations. The Assistant Controller will oversee general accounting, staff supervision, and internal controls while supporting budgeting, audits, and compliance with nonprofit and grant funding regulations.

This role is perfect for an experienced finance professional who is detail-oriented, mission-driven, and eager to help build financial infrastructure in a growing nonprofit. It is a great opportunity to build a fulfilling career while making a real difference to uplift and empower communities. This position will be required to work on-site in our DTLA office.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Assist the Controller in preparing internal and external financial reports for leadership, auditors, and funders.
• Ensure accurate accounting for restricted / unrestricted funds, grants, and contracts.
• Support the preparation and coordination of the annual audit.

Team Leadership & Supervision

Internal Controls & Compliance

Budget & Analysis Support

Qualifications

Required

Nice to have but not required

Compensation & Benefits

Special Requirements

Application Process

Physical Demands

The working conditions and physical demands of this position will be those that must be met to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. The physical environment the incumbent will work in is typically an office environment with moderate noise levels that would be expected in that type of work environment. Representative physical demands of the job include : normal vision and hearing, standing for extended periods, sitting for extended periods, kneeling and stooping, manipulating objects with hands, reaching overhead, and occasionally lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.