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Controller Jobs in Philadelphia, PA (NOW HIRING)

Controller Department: Accounting About the Role The Controller supports the company's overall strategy and executive leadership's decision-making ability by leading an exceptional accounting ...

Controller

Plymouth Meeting, PA ยท On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Robert Half is seeking an experienced and proactive Controller to lead our client's accounting operations in the Greater Philadelphia area. This high-impact role will oversee the financial close ...

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Controller

Wayne, PA ยท On-site

Controller autoMHatic Financial / Tammac Holdings Corporation Reports to: SVP Finance Location: Wayne, PA - in-office, full-time Supervise: Accounting staff Role Overview The Controller owns ...

Controller Department: Accounting About the Role The Controller supports the company's overall strategy and executive leadership's decision-making ability by leading an exceptional accounting ...

Controller

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$180K/yr

Controller Cherry Hill, NJ Hybrid (Monday-Thursday Onsite, Friday Remote) Permanent Soni is seeking an experienced Controller for a growing transportation organization . This is an exciting ...

Controller

Marlton, NJ ยท On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Our client, a growing company in the financial services and collections industry, is seeking a forward-thinking Controller to lead the transformation of its accounting function. This is an excellent ...

Controller

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

The Controller serves as the senior on-site finance leader for the practice and a key financial partner within the U.S. Oncology Network. Practice Scope * Six-division oncology practice * 25 ...

Controller Philadelphia, PA (Onsite) Salary: $160,000-$175,000 + Discretionary Bonus LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established, mid-sized regional law firm to identify an ...

The Controller serves as the senior on-site finance leader for the practice and a key financial partner within the U.S. Oncology Network. Practice Scope * Six-division oncology practice * 25 ...

Controller

Ambler, PA

$100K - $140K/yr

Controller Plymouth Meeting, PA 100,000 - 140,000 and 10% bonus Role: As an Outsourced Controller, this individual will be working with a broad clientele base that includes not for profit, ...

Controller Philadelphia, PA (Onsite) Salary: $160,000-$175,000 + Discretionary Bonus LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established, mid-sized regional law firm to identify an ...

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How much do controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for controller in Philadelphia, PA is $120,583.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,900.00 and $139,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a controller?

A controller is high-level accounting position in a firm or company. They often report directly to the CFO (Chief Financial Officer) and are responsible for budgets, audits, and financial reports, as well as ensuring the company complies with all tax codes and regulations.

What are some common challenges controllers face when managing financial reporting and compliance?

Controllers often encounter challenges in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reports, particularly when juggling complex transactions or multiple entities. Staying current with evolving accounting standards and regulatory requirements can also be demanding, as it requires continual learning and adaptation. Additionally, Controllers must coordinate closely with cross-functional teams, such as auditors and department heads, to address discrepancies and streamline processes, making strong communication and problem-solving skills essential.

What is the difference between Controller vs Bookkeeper?

AspectControllerBookkeeper
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certifications are commonUsually requires a high school diploma or associate degree; certifications are less common
Work EnvironmentWorks in corporate finance departments, overseeing accounting teamsWorks in small businesses or accounting firms, handling day-to-day transaction recording
ResponsibilitiesFinancial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and strategic financial planningRecording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and reconciling accounts

The Controller and Bookkeeper roles differ mainly in scope and seniority. Controllers oversee financial strategies and reporting, requiring advanced credentials and experience. Bookkeepers focus on recording daily transactions and maintaining accurate records. While both are essential for financial management, Controllers have broader responsibilities and higher qualifications, often managing teams and ensuring compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a controller, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Controller, you need a strong background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and often a CPA certification. Proficiency with ERP systems, advanced Excel, and financial reporting software is essential for managing complex financial data. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set top Controllers apart. These skills and qualities ensure accurate financial oversight, compliance, and strategic decision-making for organizational success.
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Infographic showing various Controller job openings in Philadelphia, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,583 per year, or $58 per hour.

Controller - Princeton - Full-Time or Part-Time

Your Part-Time Controller, LLC

NJ โ€ข Hybrid

$100K - $125K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

Overview

AWARD-WINNINGย Accounting Firm-You should work here! #LI-Hybrid

Controller for Nonprofit Organizationsย 

YPTC's Princeton market includes Central New Jersey: Princeton, Morristown, Trenton, New Brunswick, and surrounding counties including Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Morris, Essex, and Union.

Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, (YPTC) is a national leader in providing outsourced accounting services to nonprofit organizations. Currentlywe areamong thefastest growing accounting firms in the US,andweareseeking to add a talentedControllertojoinour team.Your Part-Time Controller, LLChas been nationally recognized as THE Best Place to Work by Accounting Today for 2025 and recently received an inaugural Best Places to Work for Women award from Best Companies Group!Year after year, YPTC consistently ranks amongst the top workplaces across the nation both regionally and nationally.ย 

We offer aย hybridย work environment,ย a flexible work schedule, an excellentย benefits program,ย generous employer medical contributions,ย professionalย education opportunities,ย competitive compensation,ย a standard full-time 35-hour work week,ย andย a people-focused cultureย withย genuine support inside and outside of work.ย BEย A CONTROLLERย WITH A PURPOSE! Accounting skills, paired with a passion for helping nonprofit organizations, make for consistent, positive, client relationships.ย Additionally, theย commitment thatย ourย leadership has shown through the pandemic and beyondย has resulted in unprecedented growth and Best Place to Work awards.ย ย 

We are looking forย aย dedicated, personable, hands-onย Controllerย seeking a dynamic opportunity to guide our clients and provideย transformative accounting services.ย Successful candidates must be comfortableย workingย with multiple clients both virtually and on-site.ย Theย Controllerย will interact with clients, their staff, Board ofย Directors,ย and Finance Committees on a regular basis.ย 

Responsibilities

Serve as the outsourced Controller/CFO for multiple non-profit clients. Your responsibilities would include:ย 

  • Transforming nonprofitย clientย financial departmentsย toย help themย meetย their mission!ย 
  • Financialย reporting forย management andย Boardย decisionย makingย and presentationsย 
  • Recommendingย andย implementingย improvements toย accounting, operations, internal controls,ย andย complianceย policies andย procedures,ย supportingย client strategyย and best practicesย 
  • Transactionalย activitiesย including accounts payable, accounts receivable (revenue recognition and billing),ย andย payroll, general accounting, reconciliations, month-end close,ย andย maintainingย workpapersย 
  • Analysisย and dataย visualization, budgeting andย forecastingย 
  • Grant management, allocations, and funder reportingย 
  • Prepare for and manage annual auditย ย 
  • Client and staff training opportunitiesย 
Qualifications
  • Passionate about working in or supporting non-profit organizationsย 
  • Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Accounting or Financeย 
  • 5-7ย plusย years accounting experienceย 
  • Experience working in a remote environment preferredย 
  • Ability to manageย and leadย multiple clients, work independently,ย and be responsiveย on a timely basisย ย 
  • Demonstrated strongย Microsoftย Excel skillsย 
  • Experience with multiple GL packages, especially QuickBooks, andย electronic bill payย systemsย 
  • Non-profitย accounting,ย publicย accounting experience, and/or consulting experienceย isย a plusย but not requiredย ย 
  • CPA certification is a plusย 
  • Bilingual-English/Spanish a plusย 
  • Our part-time employees are expected to work during normal business hours to best serve our clientsย 

ย YPTC Offersย 

  • A Best Place to Work! We are nationally recognized by both Inc. Magazine andย Accounting Todayย ย 
  • Work with a mission-driven purpose serving nonprofit organizationsย ย 
  • A culture of support, enabling our staff to succeedย ย 
  • Growth! We are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, with unlimited opportunities for professional growthย ย 
  • Competitive compensationย ย 
  • Work-life balance, full and part-time positions available
  • Standard 35-hour full-time work week, with eligibility for paid overtime for non-exempt employees
  • For full-time positions, we offer:
    • 4 WEEKS PAID TIME OFF, generally consisting of 100 hours paid vacation to start with eligibility for additional vacation based on tenure and a minimum 40 hours sick time, subject to applicable state law
    • 9 paid holidays
    • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplementary benefit options
    • Very generous employer contributions to medical insurance premiumsย 
  • For part-time positions, we offer:
    • Pro-rated vacation and sick time based on hours worked
    • Eligibility for supplementary benefit options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matchย ย 
  • Ample professional development opportunities and reimbursementย ย 
  • Company provided laptop and technology stipendย ย 
  • Hybridย workย environmentย ย 

Starting annual base salary is $100,000 to $125,000 based on a 35-hour work week for this non-exempt position. Total compensation may increase with overtime pay and eligibility for various bonuses. A professional development reimbursement and technology stipend are also provided on an annual basis. Please note that the base salary offered may vary depending on relevant factors as determined by Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, which may include, but is not limited to, education, skill, experience, licensure and certifications, internal salary ranges, geographical location, and other business needs.ย 

Applicants in need of special assistance or accommodation during the interview process or in accessing our website may contact us by sending an email tocareers@yptc.com. In your email, please include your name and preferred method of contact, and we will respond as soon as possible.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminateย on the basis ofย race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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