Controller
Direct Hire
Portland, Maine
We are looking for a service-oriented finance/accounting leader. Reporting to the CFO and managing a staff of three, the Controller is responsible for overseeing all of the organization’s accounting reporting functions and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Responsibilities Include:
Staff Management and Leadership: Provides leadership and management to the accounting team, which includes Accounting, payroll, and billing staff. Ensures that the team has the support and resources needed to meet departmental and organizational goals and expectations and brings a service-focused approach to their work.
Accounting Management, Budgeting, and Financial Reporting: Oversees the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of monthly financial statements, as well as year-end reporting. Monitors cash flow and makes recommendations to CFO. Coordinates the development of annual operating and capital budgets and monitors and reports on actual vs. budget results. Works with outside audit firm on the filing of the annual IRS Form 990.
Systems and Policies: Works closely with the CFO and other internal leaders to develop and implement financial policies and procedures that improve efficiency and effectiveness in delivering financial information to guide organizational decision making and management. Develops systems and internal controls to ensure data integrity and mitigate organizational risk.
Audit and Compliance: Coordinates the annual audit with external CPA firm. Oversees the preparation of annual Medicare and Medicaid cost reports. Maintains oversight and direction of all Medicare/ Medicaid related activities to ensure maximization of reimbursement and compliance with applicable laws.
Qualified candidates will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
- 5 + of experience in capacity as a Controller, with preference in the healthcare accounting field, to include supervision, with progressively increasing responsibilities.
- Successful record of staff leadership and development.
Successful candidates will have experience related to Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement in a healthcare environment. They will have thorough knowledge of all aspects of MaineCare and Medicare programs and knowledge of federal and state regulations for residential, skilled, and long-term care.
Added bonus if candidates have knowledge of Microsoft GP Dynamics software and/or American Health Tech software.
This organization offers competitive wages and benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability, supplemental insurance options including life and accident, dependent and medical flexible spending accounts, 401k with employer match, generous earned benefit time, continuing education opportunities, and tuition loan assistance, robust wellness incentive program, and several employee discounts and programs available through payroll deduction.
The position is an in-office position..