Nonprofit Manager of Finance & Controller

Location: Nashville, TN
Reports to: CEO, COO and the Board of Directors
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $65,000 – $85,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

About Aerial Recovery

Aerial Recovery is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to Save Lives and
Stop Evil. Aerial Recovery trains and deploys Humanitarian Special Operators to
effectively respond to natural and man-made disasters and combat sex trafficking. Made
up of Veterans and First Responders from our Heal the Heroes Initiative, Aerial
Recovery tackles some of the most difficult rescue and response missions across the
globe. Since its inception, Aerial Recovery has rescued thousands of lives across more
than 30 countries.

Join a passionate, high-performing team committed to making an extraordinary global
impact.

Position Overview

Aerial Recovery seeks a highly skilled and mission-driven Finance Director (Controller)
to lead the organization’s financial operations, strengthen financial governance, and
ensure full compliance with nonprofit regulations.

This role combines hands-on accounting management with strategic financial
leadership, working closely with the executive team and Board of Directors to ensure
the organization operates with excellence, transparency, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Oversee all financial operations, reporting directly to the CEO and Board Finance Committee.

- Partner with leadership to develop long-term financial strategies that supportorganizational growth and sustainability.

- Provide actionable insights and financial recommendations to inform strategic decision-making.

Governance, Compliance & Internal Controls

- Ensure full compliance with nonprofit financial regulations, GAAP, IRS reporting, and donor requirements.

- Lead audit preparation, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring accurate, timely submissions.

- Develop, implement, and refine financial governance frameworks and best practice policies to strengthen organizational accountability.

- Oversee proper coding, reconciliations, and approvals across all transactions.

Budgeting & Financial Reporting

- Lead annual budgeting processes in partnership with the executive team.

- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership and the Board.

- Maintain real-time cash flow projections and funding forecasts.

Grant, Donor & Fund Accounting

- Manage tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring proper allocation per donor agreements.

- Oversee grant financial reporting, compliance requirements, and partnership invoicing.

- Support fundraising and development teams with financial insights, donor impact reporting, and gala fundraising strategies.

Operational Finance & Team Collaboration

- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and expense management.

- Ensure reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, and Divvy/Bill.com accounts monthly.

- Collaborate with the operations and programs teams to ensure alignment of financial

systems with mission priorities.

Qualifications

Required:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 3 years in the nonprofit sector.

- Demonstrated experience with fund accounting, donor reporting, and managing restricted vs. unrestricted funds.- Proficiency with accounting and CRM systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Salesforce, Give Lively).

- Strong understanding of GAAP, IRS nonprofit compliance, and audit preparation.

- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred:

- CPA, CMA, or CNAP certification.

- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Nonprofit Management.

- Experience supporting international operations or multi-country compliance.

Why Join Aerial Recovery

- Be part of a team saving lives and fighting exploitation worldwide.

- Directly shape financial strategies that empower real-world impact.

- Work alongside passionate leaders driven by faith, purpose, and mission.

- Opportunity for growth, leadership, and meaningful contributions.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and alignment with Aerial Recovery’s mission to [email protected] with the subject line:
"Finance Director (Controller) Application – [Your Name]”