Controller

Hill Country Community Clinic

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Controller

DEPARTMENT:  Finance      

FLSA STATUS:  Exempt

LOCATION:  Redding & Round Mountain, CA         

REPORTS TO:  Chief Financial Officer

DESCRIPTION:

The Controller plans and directs the accounting operations of the company including oversight of the budgeting process, conducting financial analysis, and implementing improvements in accounting policies and procedures.

SUPERVISES:

Accounting Staff

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Review, record, and post journal entries, accounts receivables, accounts payables, and payroll to the general ledger.
• Generate payments to vendors and employees for reimbursements.
• Prepare and reconcile bank/financial information monthly.
• Prepare the Medicare and Medicaid Cost Reports
• Prepare monthly financial statements for internal and external reporting to the executive team and the Governing Board.
• Participate in the preparation of all of the Center's financial reports including end of month and end of year tax reporting and closing procedures.
• Maintain Fixed Assets and Depreciation Schedule.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the Center's accounting policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Assist management in the preparation of the annual budget.
• Participate in all external audits and site visits.
• Complete and submit the Center's quarterly and annual Federal Financial Reports (FFR).
• Maintain Center's financial accounting reports, charts and records securely in an orderly system.
• Participate in outreach and offsite programs as assigned.
• Perform other duties and complete special projects as required or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

FQHC working experience preferred. At least five (5) years of previous work experience providing financial management leadership with direct reporting to senior management with at least three (3) of those years working within a health care organization. At least two (2) years of previous managerial experience. Significant working experience in and/or proven knowledge of non-profit accounting, including compliance and reporting required. Proven experience working with information technology to manage finance and accounting software packages required.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university in business, public administration, accounting or a related field.

SKILLS:

Strong leadership abilities, team management and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Advanced skills using Microsoft-based general ledger accounting, electronic spreadsheet and word processing software, including Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint. Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, cost, not-for-profit and grant/contract accounting principles. Demonstrated knowledge of auditing and internal control principles and payroll administration in the state of California. Knowledge of FQHC regulatory requirements and relevant Medicaid/Medicare laws and practices. Knowledge of patient services billing and accounting practices, including Medi-Cal, Medicare, private pay, and sliding fee plans. Ability to generate useful reports, correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to exercise independent good judgment. Ability to work with people with a variety of backgrounds and educational levels. Demonstrate commitment to the overall mission and clients of Hill Country. Proof of a valid California drivers' license, vehicle insurance and personal transportation are required. 

LANGUAGE ABILITY:

Must have highest level of language skills.  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. 

MATH ABILITY:

Must have high level math skills. 

REASONING ABILITY:

Must have very high reasoning skills. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have excellent working knowledge of computers.

EQUIPMENT SKILLS:

Proficient with computers, printers, copiers, faxing, 10-key, multi-line telephone systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires a moderate level of mobility, dexterity and flexibility in order to perform essential functions. The employee must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time. Occasionally required to walk, bend, reach with hands and arms, and to lift 25 lbs. Close vision is required. Work is performed in a typical office environment with moderate equipment noise. Occasional travel to other clinics and locations required.