Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller with a multi-location senior living community.

Summary

Under the direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller works closely with the financial services staff to support the oversight and financial management of the accounting department. .Responsibilities include supervising, directing and sometimes performing tasks in the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Accounting, Financial Reporting, Treasury, Payroll and Financial Systems support areas. 

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller to prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, perform financial analyses, and study financial trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Assist with developing, monitoring, and evaluating budgets and financial forecasts, setting financial goals and strategies to achieve them
• Support the month-end close for General Ledger and coordinate the overall month-end close process.
• Perform general accounting function, including recurring manual journal entries, account reconciliations, and account analysis.
• Assist with treasury function, including cash projections, borrowing requirement, etc.
• Help design, implement, and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting principles.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulations, assist with internal and external audits, and help prepare documentation and reports for regulatory bodies
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, manage payroll, reconcile accounts, and identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Supervise and train staff accountants and other accounting department personnel.
• Identify areas for improvement in financial processes and implement new policies and procedures.
• Support the production and issuance of reports as needed by all regulatory agencies and financial institutions including bond certification reports, bank covenant reports, HUD housing reports, and other state regulatory reports.
• Other duties and/or special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• Certified Public Accountant or Masters preferred (not required)
• Minimum 5 years related experience
• Previous budget process experience.
• Proficient in use of MS Word with high level of proficiency in MS Excel software; excellent PC skills; ten-key by touch., Experience with Business Central preferred.
• Proficient in the use of financial software systems
• Strong financial analytical skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with various levels of management.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop staff via delegation and training.