Posted: 05/29/20242024-05-292024-06-29Employment Type:Direct Hire/PermJob Category:Accounting & FinanceJob Number: 616724Is job remote?: NoCountry: United States
Job Description
The Assistant Controller will assist in managing day-to-day general ledger account activities and help manage the Finance team. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter and have experience in leadership and developing teams. He/she will be responsible for providing functional support to ensure that the organization’s official accounting records are properly maintained in accordance with internal policies, external laws and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, primary responsibilities include: managing, training, developing, coordinating and reviewing the work of assigned Finance staff; implementing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures; ensuring the accuracy of the organization’s financial records; preparation of accurate and timely financial statements; assisting the Director of Finance with projects as necessary.
Job Specific Duties Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Primarily responsible for leadership, oversight, and training of Accounts Payable, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Accounting staff.
Responsible for accuracy of monthly financials and variance analysis to ensure an understanding of any fluctuations
Prepares period-end general ledger closing procedures.
Ensures financial statements are in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles
Facilitates the preparation, analysis and presentation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, financial/operational dashboards and statistical data to senior management and committees in a timely and efficient manner.
Ensures finances are managed with responsible stewardship
Leads interim and year-end audit procedures, facilitating between external audit firm and internal preparers
Assists Director of Finance on resident and board facing committees
Ensures compliance with regulatory and in-house standards and best practices.
Responsible to periodically review processes and procedures to ensure effectiveness
Will assist in implementation of new financial systems, upgrades, or enhancements as they occur
Provides leadership to other projects as assigned
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required
5+ years of progressively responsible accounting and managerial experience is required
Experience in public accounting is preferred
Knowledge of full accounting cycle
Proficiency in Excel
Continuing Care Retirement Community, Senior Living, Healthcare or Hospitality Industry experience is a plus
Knowledge of Federal, State and third party insurance billing and reimbursements
Knowledge of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, taxes and banking is required
Strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial modeling experience is preferred
Knowledge of 401(k), 990 regulatory compliance and Medicare, Medicaid cost reports and ability to perform
CPA certification is a plus
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Planet Professional and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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