Finance Controller

Job Title: Controller

Department: Accounting and Finance

Reports To: Director of Finance

Status: Full Time, Exempt

Overview

The Controller assists the Director of Finance with operating and accounting procedures to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for effective business operations. A primary focus will be continuing the implementation processes associated with the accounting and financial reporting system that will increase efficiencies, provide more timely information for budget decisions, and promote cross department collaboration on financial processes. In addition to day-to-day accounting functions, including accounting and finance staff supervision, the Controller maintains DCCCA’s accounting policy and procedure manuals and an effective system of internal controls for the accounting and financial functions of the agency. The Controller demonstrates the highest level of ethical behavior and maintains the confidentiality of all sensitive information related to DCCCA’s operations and customer records.

Essential Functions

General Accounting

• Reviews and reconciles documentation of business transactions including invoices, journal entries, payroll, bank statements and other management information reports. Monitors and reviews accounting and system related reports and excel spreadsheets for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepares or reviews financial statements, various management reports, cost reports, grant reports and statistics detailing financial results. This may include interpreting, analyzing, examining, or preparing ad-hoc accounting, budget and financial records and reports for programs or management. Assists with developing efficient grant budget monitoring processes and procedures including internal grant compliance reviews.
• Examines business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide financial advice. Analyzes and interprets financial data to recommend changes that improve systems and/or agency financial performance.
• Oversees medical billing and child welfare billing functions to ensure appropriate revenue and accounts receivable valuations are accurately completed and submitted in a timely manner. Provides work review and feedback for billing staff.
• Identifies measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
• Maintains effective internal controls and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, program budgets and actual expenditures and prepares/maintains up to date system workflow documentation, accounting policy and procedure documentation. Prepares written financial reports for the board of directors and audit/finance committee members for discussion and review at committee meetings.

Audit and Tax

• In conjunction with the Director of Finance, serves as a contact during audit planning, fieldwork, and review stages. Includes organizing, planning, and preparing DCCCA’s financial audit and uniform guidance audit schedules, analysis, supporting documentation and reports.
• Assists with preparation of the agency tax return, Form 990, and all other required tax-related reports including Kansas Board of Tax Appeal exemption requests; Adheres to all federal, state, local and/or international tax laws ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Budget

• Prepares, obtains, organizes, compiles, reviews, consolidates, and distributes budget-related reports for agency grants, departments, or divisions.
• Analyzes operating results and computes project costs and compares actual costs to budget estimates; Analyzes variances and develops budget analysis reports and provides recommendations to management.
• Prepares monthly committee budget analysis and variance reports.

Additional Functions

• Prepares monthly operational financial analysis and results and board level financial reports. Participates in monthly financial discussion and results meetings.
• Promotes a positive and supportive work environment and a willingness to learn and implement leadership concepts.
• Uses computers and computer systems to program, write, set up functions, enter data and/or process information. Requires a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word; manages spreadsheets including tables, and pivot table functionality and possesses the ability to format charts and graphs to illustrate financial reports. Performs spreadsheet audits and assists with spreadsheet standardization initiatives.
• Assists with strategic planning, accreditations, new business initiatives, potential mergers and in identifying areas for improved operations.

Education, Experience, and Licensure

• Three years’ relevant experiences required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Federal grant administration and health care billing experience preferred
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant certification preferred
• Requires a Class C driver’s license, reliable personal transportation and current automobile insurance.
• Requires approval by DCCCA’s auto insurance provider to drive company and personal vehicles on DCCCA business.

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening, background screening, a fingerprint-based records search as needed, and reference checks. Continued employment is contingent upon annual background screening, random drug testing, and fingerprint-based records searches as needed.

DCCCA is proud to be a tobacco and drug-free workplace.

DCCCA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is the policy of DCCCA to comply with all federal, state, and local laws concerning the employment of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), in every location in which DCCCA has facilities. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and any other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Possible Opportunities for Promotion and/or Growth:

• Director of Finance

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• relevant: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person