Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to lead our client's Finance Department. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in formulating and achieving financial goals and objectives while overseeing the operations of the department. This individual will collaborate with key stakeholders, including the President, Board of Directors, Chief Financial Officer, and System Finance leaders to shape and implement company-wide financial policies and procedures.

Responsibilities of the Controller will include:

• Formulate goals and objectives for the Finance Department.
• Direct operations, including hiring, training, assigning work, and evaluating subordinate personnel.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to recommend and administer company-wide financial policies and procedures.
• Oversee the maintenance of financial records and production of required reports.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements for various entities, including the Board of Directors and external agencies.
• Oversee all payroll-related activities, ensuring compliance with IRS and NYS regulatory requirements.
• Manage treasury functions, including banking, investment oversight, and account reconciliation.
• Evaluate existing accounting systems and procedures, recommending improvements to enhance controls over company assets.
• Ensure compliance with accounting rules and regulations set by regulatory bodies.
• Advise the Chief Financial Officer on finance-related matters such as accounts receivable valuations, rate increases, budgets, and investments.
• Manage the annual Operating and Capital Budget process.
• Provide input for the company's operating budget and monitor cost center compliance with established budgets.
• Review and evaluate State and Federal reimbursement issues and rates.
• Coordinate and monitor all grant activity to ensure appropriate use of funds, timely reporting, and compliance with audits.
• Collaborate with all Financial leaders to standardize accounting policies and procedures, financial reporting processes, and other department functions.
• Participate in debt financing arrangements, including acquisition, negotiation, selection, and ongoing reporting.

Job Requirements

Qualifications of the Controller:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance, or an Associate's Degree with relevant experience.
• License/Certification: CPA or MBA Degree is preferable.
• Experience:
  
  5-7 years of progressively responsible financial management experience in a healthcare environment.

Pay for this position is commensurate with experience and education, ranging roughly from $90,000 - $140,000, DOE.

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