Controller

Home Department: Accounting

Full Time: 80+ Hours per pay period, Monday – Friday.

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare interim monthly and annual financial statements.
Maintain general ledger chart of accounts, including the analysis and reconciliation of accounts.
Coordinate and prepare annual operating and capital budgets.
Coordinate and prepare work papers for the annual external audit.
Develop, maintain and monitor internal control procedures for financial operations and transactions.
Provide leadership, direction and oversight to accounting department staff.
Provide financial analysis and leadership to department heads.

Must be proficient in operating computer software with ability to operate electronic mail software, spreadsheets, accounting software, Time & Attendance software, and other Microsoft Office programs. Ability to adapt to a fast paced environment and be a team player who is willing to adopt our “Standards of Behavior”.

Bachelor’s degree required in business or accounting curriculum. Master’s degree desirable. CPA desirable.

Purpose/Position Summary:

Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of the organization while adhering to the fiscal policy as approved by the Board.
Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of Accounting staff, recommending and implementing personnel actions, such as hiring and dismissals.
Prepare and file tax returns or prepare financial information so that outside accountants can complete tax returns.
Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations to maintain fiscal resources in a prudent manner.
Develop and maintain relationships with auditors, banking, insurance, and non-organizational accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.
Provide leadership in cash management, revenue enhancement, cost reporting and controls, and third-party reimbursement methods.
Maintain an equitable pricing philosophy. Recognize and engage in Continuous Improvement opportunities.

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