We have partnered with our healthcare non-profit client in their search for a Controller. (Contract-to-hire) Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and coordinate accounting and disbursement operations to support timely and accurate monthly close processes, including the preparation of internal and external financial statements.
- Oversee federal and private grant accounting, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, proper fund allocation, and accurate labor and overhead reporting.
- Lead external audit coordination, including year-end financial and compliance audits, while continuously assessing and improving current accounting operations and internal controls.
- Lead and manage all operational accounting and disbursement functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP and maintaining accurate financial records through meticulous oversight of general ledger transactions and reconciliations.
- Develop and maintain internal controls and processes that safeguard the integrity of the organization's financial accounting systems, including payroll, accounts payable, and associated financial subsystems.
- Collaborate closely with the CFO to support organizational financial objectives by overseeing financial reporting, grant accounting, and compliance activities.
Skills Required
- Lead Federal and private grant accounting, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, proper fund allocation, and accurate labor and overhead reporting.
- Lead external audit coordination, including year-end financial and compliance audits.
- Manage accounting team of 5-7+ employees and possess strong leadership communication abilities to effectively manage & optimize accounting processes; Serve as key liaison between CFO and entire accounting dept.
- Proficiency in financial databases and computerized accounting systems, with a strong preference for experience using Intacct and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Additional preference: previous experience with Stripe, PayPal, Braintree, or similar tools.
- Exceptional analytical abilities, attention to detail, and time management skills, coupled with strong written and oral communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Education& WorkExperience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience of 8+ years of professional work experience)
- CPA strongly preferred
Title:Controller Location:New York, NY Client Industry:Non-profitHealthcare Compensation: $75-80/hr converting at $150-175k Base Ref ID:1668479