Controller

Position Summary

The CFO or Controller is responsible for managing all aspects of the organization’s accounting and financial operations. This is a hands-on role that includes general ledger management, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and compliance with donor and audit requirements. The CFO or Controller works closely with the President and administrative staff to support financial sustainability and program accountability.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

· Monitor the Medicaid funding contracts and billing procedures to ensure the agency receives all legally entitled revenue.

· Implement and maintain sufficient accounting controls to safeguard assets and accurate financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Assists President in preparing BCS annual budget.

· Coordinate annual financial audit and annual review of Residential Group Home Medicaid billing by independent CPA firms.

· At the request of the President or Board of Directors, evaluates cost feasibility of capital expense projects.

· Analyze and forecast impact on agency of current trends, proposed funding, regulatory revisions, program and business developments. Risk management analysis of revenue, liabilities and investment strategy with a recommended course of action.

· Attends Board of Directors meetings. Presents and interprets pertinent information of financial information for the Board of Directors.

· Review and update fiscal policies and procedures, as required.

· Hires the Financial Associate staff, trains, coordinates cross-training and procedure manual updates. Oversees staff assuring accuracy and timeliness.

· Complies with state, local, and federal regulations and accreditation standards.

· Participates in staff development, in-service training, and staff meetings as required.

· Complies with agency Policies which include Employee Handbook and Code of Business Practices and Ethics.

Job Qualifications:

· Possesses a bachelor's college degree in accounting with a business-related major. CPA preferred.

· Five years of related successful work experience with emphasis on financial statement preparation.

· Prior Medicaid knowledge is preferred.

· Possesses analytical and problem-solving skills, organizational and planning skills, and computer skills (e.g., Excel and Word).

· Ability to effectively supervise staff.

· Skillful in effective communication.

· Ability to work independently.

· Proficiency in the use of a 10-key calculator, computer and other office equipment in the performance of duties.

· Possesses skills to analyze and present financial reports.

· Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and management/supervision principles.

· Ability to discuss technical issues with Board, BCS executives, auditors, and other professionals.