Summary

The Controller under the direction and supervision of the Vice President of Finance, handles the day-to day operation of the Finance Department along with implementing and maintaining proper internal controls. The Controller will prepare financial statements based upon Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial information for Management and the Board of Directors. The Controller will be responsible for maintenance of all aspects of the general ledger, including monthly closings and account reconciliations, and supervising the payables and payroll processes.

Qualification

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP principles and fund accounting using Microsoft Dynamics and One Stop Reporting (OSR).
• Prepare biweekly payroll reports with the assistance from PAID, the third-party payroll processing entity contracted for payroll.
• Supervise accounting staff and review their work in accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly treasury reports, including reconciliations, from all investment accounts and banks accounts.
• Set direction and oversee design, implementation and communication of internal controls to insure the integrity and accuracy of the organization’s financial records, statements and reports.
• Ensure general ledger balances are properly reconciled and supported on a timely basis.
• Prepare periodic financial and budget reports for funding agencies.
• Complete periodic financial reports including payroll tax forms, employee benefit reports, and other reports as requested by Management and the Board of Directors.
• Work with Vice President of Finance and other Department Managers and Directors to develop organization wide and department budgets.
• Participate directly or as support to Management for all government audits, program reviews, financial planning, proposal generation and grant contract negotiations.
• Facilitate annual audit process; prepare or manage preparation of work papers, reconciliations and schedules and work with external auditors.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration or a Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate experience in Business.
• Master’s Degree or CPA licensed preferred.
• Three to Five years’ experience in Accounting or in healthcare environment is required.
• Knowledge of and experience working in the Alaska Tribal Health System is preferred.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of budgetary preparation and management; all standard accounting operating procedures and principals; and Federal tax guidelines and tax laws as they relate to non-profit organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all accounting functions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and accounting software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to independently assume responsibility for the overall needs of the Accounting Department.
• Knowledge of Dynamics, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and E-mail.

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