This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning organization and leading provider of substance use disorder treatment in Southeastern Connecticut. This newly created positon will manage the accounting functions for our growing organization.Who We Are:The Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) has been providing quality treatment services to men and women struggling with addiction since 1966. SCADD is able to provide a continuum of treatment services, licensed by the State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health. We are an agency that believes in second chances and the ability of people to find recovery. At SCADD, we recognize that our employees are our biggest asset. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to helping individuals and families find their path to recovery. SCADD offers a team-oriented and supportive environment where the client experience is our highest priority. Clients are treated with dignity and respect while receiving services in order to promote and maintain recovery after program completion. Our culture strives to deliver and maintain respect for the individual and we value the contributions made by our team for both our clients and the communities that we serve.Summary:The Controller is responsible for leading and managing a team through the accounting operations including, monthly/quarterly close, payroll, tax, financial audits/reporting, and ongoing maintenance of accounting systems of record. Provide leadership in the development and continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, audits, tax filings, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
- Ensure that all financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and that proper internal controls are in place to support the integrity of the financial activity
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and provide perspective on causes and recommendations.
- Lead accounting staff through annual audit, acting as primary liaison with the external auditors.
- Conduct financial analysis to support program planning and evaluation.
- Monitor and report on budget performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare financial forecasts and analyze variances to support strategic decision-making.
- Monitors fiscal compliance with internal grants processes, federal, state, and specific grants funding agency regulations
- Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department directors.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations, and non-profit financial management standards.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets.
- Providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support the organization's strategic goals.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and presentation to the executive team and board of directors.
- Support grant reporting and related audits, negotiations and compliance issues.
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Develops and/or enhances, implements, and enforces policies and procedures by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization.
- Collaborate with program managers and other departments to support financial literacy and accountability.
Qualifications:Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field. Master's degree and/or CPA preferred.
- 8+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles
- Non-Profit or healthcare experience preferred, but not required.
- Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
- Solid GAAP and financial reporting technical skills.
FULL-TIME POSITIONS OFFER:
- Competitive array of medical plans: up to four different medical plans to choose from including an HSA (Health Saving plan), Dental and Vision
- Excellent Retirement Plan benefits: 403b with a 10% match
- Life Insurance Plan
- 40 hours of paid education hours per year
- 11 Holidays
- Paid Vacation, Sick Days, Bereavement,
- Confidential and Free Employee Assistance
SCADD is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.