SUMMARY:

The Controller reports to the Director of Financial Services and serves as an integral member of the Financial Services team. The Controller is responsible for the execution of Gracelight Community Health’s (Gracelight) financial management strategy and contributes to the execution of Gracelight’s strategic goals.

The Controller assists in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, metrics, and goals; short-term and long-range financial planning and budgeting; analysis of prospective business opportunities; and cash management activities. This position includes responsibilities for managing a breadth of staff functions and requires an individual who is both tactical and strategic.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports and implements the organization's vision, mission, and values.
2. Oversees and directs general accounting, accounts payable, purchasing, financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
3. Promotes a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
4. Ensures staff members receive timely and appropriate training and development.
5. Establishes and monitors staff performance and development goal, assigns accountabilities, sets objectives, establishes priorities, measures performance, evaluates results, and administers salary adjustments.
6. Advises key members of senior management on financial results, budgeting, cash flow and policy matters.
7. Updates and implements financial and accounting policies, internal controls, accounting standards and procedures.
8. Coordinates and executes the annual budget process.
9. Coordinates the successful completion of the annual UDS and OSHPD reports; ensures that accurate and timely financial reports are submitted to HRSA in connections with grants received.
10. Provides analytical support to internal management teams including development of internal management reporting capabilities.
11. Proactively improves administrative and operational accounting services including payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, treasury management, 403b funding management, and grants payments as applicable.
12. Plans, coordinates, and executes quarterly financial reviews with department heads to review performance and re-forecast as appropriate.
13. Provides financial information to outside consultants for preparation of Forms 990 and other tax fillings. Ensures that internally prepared tax returns are accurately and timely filed.
14. Maintains accurate records of grants received and prepares financial reports connected thereto.
15. Maintains the fixed asset system, coordinating a system of taking an annual fixed asset inventory.
16. Uses discretion and judgment in handling sensitive or confidential information. Answers all employee and client inquiries in a timely and courteous manner. Listens and responds to employee disputes. Understands which decisions can be made alone and which need to involve others.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field from a 4-year college or university required as well as at least five years of experience with at least two years in a managerial role. Master’s degree preferred.
2. CPA certification preferred.
3. Demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and education for job functions.
4. Demonstrates broad knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
5. Adheres to and complies with company’s policies and procedures.
6. Critical thinker able to navigate business issues daily, and to make strategic and tactical decisions based on data insights and operational needs.
7. Experience as an employee of a nonprofit organization; must be familiar with nonprofit finance and accounting regulations. FQHC experience highly desirable.
8. Proven record of accomplishment facilitating progressive organizational change and development.
9. Strong mentoring, coaching experience to a team with diverse levels of expertise.
10. Ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers.
11. Self-reliant, good problem solver, and results oriented.
12. Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, utilizing, tact, active listening, empathy, and compassion. Able to manage conflict in a direct and professional manner.
13. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications such as Power Point, Word, and Outlook.
14. Demonstrates mastery of Microsoft Excel, accounting software, Sage 100 preferred, Crystal reports or similar report writer software, and OCHIN Epic EHR.
15. A genuine passion and deep appreciation for the mission of the Organization.
16. Flexibility to work both remotely and onsite as needed, including the ability to attend impromptu meetings or handle urgent issues in person at any of Gracelight Community Health's locations.