The Team

The GitLab Foundation is a high-performing, fully remote team that moves quickly, values curiosity, and is deeply results-oriented. We bring together diverse experience across philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, the private sector, and research—leveraging that range of perspectives to act with rigor, empathy, and strategic clarity. Our culture is grounded in our CREDIT values and shaped by respect, humility, open debate, and a strong bias for action. This is a hands-on environment where priorities evolve, decisions move quickly, and team members are expected to take initiative without waiting for perfect clarity. We hold ourselves to high standards, operate with transparency and ownership, and are comfortable navigating ambiguity as we iterate, learn, and improve. Above all, we are united by a shared commitment to delivering meaningful, measurable impact in the lives of those we serve.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal Controller is a detail-oriented, highly reliable accounting professional with strong nonprofit accounting expertise and sound judgment. You are comfortable owning day-to-day accounting operations and partnering closely with the Chief Financial Officer in a fast-moving, fully remote environment. You take pride in producing accurate, timely financial information and maintaining clean systems and processes. You work independently, manage competing priorities with ease, and know when to flag risks, ask questions, or suggest improvements. You are comfortable making progress without perfect information and value efficiency alongside rigor.

You thrive in environments that emphasize transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. You communicate clearly, build strong working relationships, and bring a proactive, dependable approach to your work. Above all, you are motivated by supporting a mission-driven organization and understand the role strong financial stewardship plays in delivering meaningful, measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

Prepare month end financial reporting package - income statement, balance sheet, budget comparisons, KPIs, etc
Track restricted funds including releases from restriction
Prepare month end reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and prepare other schedules necessary for monthly financial close process
Review departmental actual vs budget reports for reasonableness prior to finalizing and make adjustments as needed.
Assist CFO with the quarterly financial reporting package for the board of directors
Prepare financial analysis on an as needed basis
Assist CFO with the annual budget development process and year end financial projections

General Ledger

Maintain the general ledger account & department codes in all accounting applications
Review monthly general ledger details, research transactions and resolve mis-codings as needed
Prepare journal entries to support accurate accrual-based accounting, including monthly payroll allocations

Accounting Operations

Maintain the accounts payable subledger (Bill.com), including grants and operating expense invoice processing & payments
Oversee coding, approval, and syncing of travel, expense, and reimbursement transactions (Divvy / Bill Spend & Expense) to the general ledger
Prepare & send A/R invoices (low volume)
Problem solve with vendors & customers as needed
Process employee invoices for erroneous use of company credit cards
Assist with updating and publishing accounting policies as needed
Calculate quarterly excise taxes and support timely payments

Cash Management & Other

Assist CFO with preparations of weekly cash needs
Request bank transfers from investment accounts to support short-term cash needs
Support external auditors during the annual audit, including preparation of requested schedules
Assist external accountants with preparation of financial schedules for the annual Form 990-PF.
Fulfill Q&A as needed regarding GL coding, invoice processing and similar topics
Prepare for and attend weekly meetings with CFO

Desired Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Personal Attributes

5+ years of direct accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related business field
Solid understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
Experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements
Proficiency with spreadsheet tools such as Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
Ability to manage work independently, take initiative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Comfort with giving and receiving feedback for continuous improvement
Demonstrated integrity, humility, emotional intelligence, and commitment to transparency
Experience with agile or iterative ways of working is a plus

Requirements, Compensation, and Benefits

Location: Part-time remote position (must be based in the US). The GitLab Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

Schedule: Up to 24 hours per week (flexible)

Travel: 1-2 trips per year

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