Controller

Excitement abounds at Heritage Behavioral Health Center!

We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois who is dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care to individuals in a multi-county area. We recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact on patient care – regardless of the position they hold.

Why join us?

• We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
• We are expanding our primary care, mental health and substance use services to individuals in Central Illinois and beyond and are looking for dedicated staff to meet the needs of our clientele.
• Full-time employees receive 56 paid days off during their 1st year of employment (this includes every other Friday off PAID for your wellness needs). This increases to 61 days in the 2nd year and continues to increase with tenure.
• We have expanded our employee insurance benefit offerings and made them more affordable.

At Heritage, we believe in taking care of our staff’s needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of the needs of the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we treat them as such!

We are pleased to present the following position for your consideration:

Overview: Controller

Heritage is currently searching for a Controller to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the agencies mission and goals.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the agency.
• Oversee the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure sound fiscal management.
• Manage the annual budget process and forecasts.
• Provide financial analysis to various leaders within the organization.
• Assist with various audits to assure accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Supervise and mentor finance staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven management and supervisory skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in financial software, Microsoft Office Suite, and similar software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 5 years of related experience (2 years in a supervisory role).
• Valid driver’s license, reliable means of transportation and proof of current automobile insurance are required.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 per year - dependent on education and experience

Heritage also offers the following with this position:

• Generous vacation, sick and personal leave
• WELLNESS days - 26 days per year (every other Friday off paid)
• Paid holidays - 9 in 2025
• Health Club/Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education opportunities
• Tuition assistance program
• Agency provided life insurance and short-term disability policies
• Retirement plans (401k and Roth)
• Optional insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, flex spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life insurance. (The health insurance benefit includes substantial agency contribution towards the cost.)
• We are a National Health Service Corp site which gives staff access to the National Health Service Corp federal student loan forgiveness program (LCPC, LCSW, MD, APN, RN, CADC, LSW, and LPC individuals). For more information, visit www.hrsa.gov.