Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Administration
8609 Evergreen Way
Everett, WA 98208, USA

Community Health Center of Snohomish County offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package designed to address health, time off, retirement and career-advancement needs. Benefits available include health insurance (medical/dental/vision), up to 120 hours of vacation time pro-rated by FTE every 12 months, paid sick leave, 10-paid holidays, 403(b) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match, disability and life insurance, and more!

We also offer $0.75/hour for those who test proficiently in a second language.

The Controller oversees the organization’s accounting operations and ensures the integrity and accuracy of all financial data and reporting. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position manages the daily functions of the accounting and payroll departments, including general ledger integrity, financial reporting, budget coordination, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory standards. The Controller serves as the primary liaison for external audits and third-party reviews, ensuring sound internal controls and transparency.

Working closely with the CFO, the Controller provides financial analysis and insights that support informed decision-making and organizational goals. This position provides management and supervision to designated staff and fosters a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reads, speaks, understands and writes proficiently in English.
• Effectively communicates orally and in writing.
• Represents the organization in a professional and effective manner to the community.
• Works independently and is self-directed.
• Supports, motivates and sustains a team-oriented culture.
• Problem‑solves with creativity and ingenuity.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates multiple activities and tasks.
• Applies skills in employee relations: recruiting, onboarding, coaching, terminations, etc.
• Demonstrates leadership and advanced management skills.
• Remains calm and effective in high pressure and emergency situations.
• Financial skills in budgeting, cash flow management, and participating in all phases of the accounting cycle which includes:
  Accounts Payable;
  Accounts Receivable, revenue, expense, grants management, month‑end and year‑end close, preparation of financial statements, cost allocation, payroll and benefits.
• Highly skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications:
  Word, Outlook and especially Excel.

Preferred:

• Experience with or exposure to accounting system administrator duties

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting or in lieu of degree, a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Preferred:

• MBA or MSAcc

Experience

• Accounting experience (5 years).
• Supervisory/management experience at the department level (3 years).
• Understanding and practical use of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Familiarity with automated accounting systems.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with community health centers, medical/dental clinics or practices, hospital systems or other healthcare settings.
• Not‑for‑profit accounting experience.
• Familiarity with the accounting and billing of federal grants.
• Familiarity with payroll and benefit processing.
• Significant Financial Planning and Analysis experience.
• Experience with Sage Intaact
• Experience with UKG Pro.
• Staff Audit Experience.

Credentials

Preferred:

• Public Accountant (CPA) certification by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

The essential functions and performance expectations described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. An employee may be required to perform other functions as assigned, which are not listed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions and performance expectations.

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