Controller
Accentuate Staffing is currently recruiting for a Controller for a healthcare practice in the Raleigh, NC area. The Controller will plan and direct the accounting operations of the department including financial reporting, audit management and internal controls.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain policies, procedures and practices related to management of the general ledger, accounts payable, payroll and fixed asset accounting
- Implement, document, and maintain adequate and effective internal controls along with effective processes to improve the close and reporting cycles
- Assist, oversee and prepare all facets of monthly close including journal entries and financial statements for multiple entities
- Responsible for selection, training, development, and management of the accounting team
- Manage cash flow for multiple companies including inter-company receivables and payables
- Oversee and manage monthly bank account reconciliations for a Master bank account with multiple linked accounts to include recording of transfer activity and non-check transactions as well as recording transactions in the accounting software
- Process and maintain general ledgers for all entities and record journal entries
- Review monthly accounting close processes including review of the monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records are maintained
- Manage and oversee the month end and year end closing procedures
- Provide financial information to external CPA firm for preparation of tax returns. Collaborate with CPA firm for best tax strategies
- Calculate and pay quarterly bonus payments and distributions to the owner/partner physicians
- Prepare supporting documentation for year-end financial statements
- Oversee annual audits including retirement and workman’s compensation audits
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting utilizing existing systems
- Maintain and update fixed asset schedules to properly account for depreciation. Reconcile fixed asset schedules to general ledgers
- Assist in planning of future capital expenditures
- Calculate employer retirement contributions and fund on a regular basis
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA certification preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in accounting and finance.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
- Advanced knowledge of accounting software and systems.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to present financial information to leadership team and executive team.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.