"Assistant Controller"

Assistant Controller

Requisition ID: 1314

GENERAL SUMMARY

Labouré College of Healthcare, Inc. seeks a collaborative Assistant Controller with a proven record of accomplishment. Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance and Administration, the Assistant Controller will provide day-to-day support to the Finance department. This role will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare journal entries, invoices, etc., and reconcile accounts for the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.
• Help analyze financial data and generate reports for management, highlighting trends and variances.
• Support the Vice President of Finance and Administration in managing the general ledger and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Complies with all statutes, regulations, board policies, and procedures about restricted and unrestricted accounting.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor actual financial performance against the budget and report variances to management.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Assist in developing and implementing internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Support the internal and external audit processes, including preparing audit schedules and documentation.

Accounting Operations:

• Assist in the management of cash flow, including the monitoring of cash balances and forecasts.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Audits workflow to ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized. Participates in preparing revenue, expense, cash balance projections, financial budgets, and other specialized financial reports and analyses.
• Recommends, implements, and administers accounting policies and procedures incorporating strong internal controls for all college, non-profit component units, and fiscal agent entities.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Assist in training and developing team members to ensure continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information.

Special Projects:

• Participate in special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Finance and Administration, such as system implementations, process improvements, and financial analysis.
• Provide support in strategic initiatives as required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff (Accountants I and II).
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Accuracy and detail-oriented.
• Deadline driven.
• Time management; ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Problem-solving: analyzes issues, identifies probable causes, and determines solutions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of complex, computer-based financial management systems.
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations and college financial policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of business management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of advanced financial and management accounting principles, methods, and practices.
• Knowledge of college and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to develop financial plans and reports, manage resources, and handle multiple, complex tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful, large financial operation.
• Knowledge of data analysis, cost behavior, and forecasting.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to supervise and train employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum three years of proven experience as an Assistant Controller.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, ADP, and accounting software (e.g, Jenzabar)
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Accounting
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA)
• Prior experience in higher education and non-profit environments

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