Controller

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Envision a place where you thrive. Envision an organization that believes in you as much as you believe in them. A place where your work has meaning. At ADVENT, you can have just that.

ADVENT embraces those who seek more and demand excellence from themselves and their employer. We invite you to be challenged, to challenge, and to embark on a journey where passion meets purpose. We're not what you typically find in healthcare. We're proud to be a team that does things differently, with a focus on finding solutions for our patients. We know we're not for everyone and don't claim to be perfect but our commitment to improvement is unwavering. We have the tenacity, creativity, and drive to find a better way - together - and always keep our patients at the forefront.

Are you ready to rediscover your professional purpose? Take the leap and join us on your journey towards success.

The Controller is responsible for managing the accounting and finance functions, including financial reporting, budgeting and the preparation of reports and statistics detailing financial results. The position is also responsible for delivering timely and accurate financial statement preparation, maintenance of proper financial controls to ensure reliable and accurate financial reporting and establishing or maintaining accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary to inform business operations. This role will work across departments to provide real time support, financial information, tools, analysis and insight to managers that will assist in decision making to drive business strategy and financial growth.

How You Will Contribute as the Controller:

• Manage the activities of the accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports
• Oversee the budget process and prepare annual budget and forecasts; develops projections and analysis with recommendations and conclusions for management
• Ensure that company financial records are maintained in compliance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"); maintain control and accuracy of the general ledger; conduct account reconciliations and analyses to ensure accurate accounting for financial transactions; review and approve journal entries
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including preparation of depreciation schedules
• Design and modify accounting systems, accounting policies and procedures, and system of internal controls to ensure conformance with applicable statutes, laws and GAAP
• Oversee the activities of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of expenditures and expense reports; work with operating departments to control costs and optimize processes
• Manage the completion of Federal and state tax reporting requirements
• Manage and oversee treasury functions
• Manage the annual financial and 401(k) Plan audits, and other audits of financial records, providing worksheets, data, analyses and reports
• Advise on financial analyses and decision-making regarding capital expenditures, pricing, contract negotiations, significant costs, and benchmarks
• Design and direct the work of the team. Select, coach, and develop staff. Set clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team with appropriate clarity to drive company and growth initiatives. Manage performance - recognizing achievement and providing feedback

What We're Looking For in a Controller:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting
• CPA designation required
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in finance and accounting, with demonstrated leadership progression, preferably in a health care or large public accounting firm setting
• Experience leading successful accounting teams through the coaching and mentoring of accounting staff
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, general ledger, financial reporting and expense reporting systems
• Strong analytical, quantitative and organizational skills providing the ability to analyze financial and business records, identify trends, and implement improvements or recommendations
• Working knowledge of the business requirements in a growth environment
• Proven process and project ownership orientation with the ability to manage a range of priorities and meet time commitments in a fast-paced results-oriented environment

What's it Like Working at ADVENT:

• Culture that embraces being kind, is solutions minded, and encourages you to ask questions
• 20 days of PTO (prorated your first year based on start date) & holiday pay
• Top-notch health, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer paid HRA account
• 401k Contribution