Director of Accounting and Controller

DEPARTMENT: ACCOUNTING

POSITION TITLE:

DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING/CONTROLLER RESPONSIBLE TO: CFO EXPOSURE LEVEL: III EXEMPTION STATUS: EXEMPT

SUMMARY:

The Director of Accounting is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing St. John’s United accounting functions. This role ensures financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and actionable insights to support data-driven decision-making. As a key member of St. John’s United leadership, the Director collaborates with executive leadership and guides the Business Office team in delivering timely and precise financial reporting for a dynamic non-profit corporation with multiple subsidiaries and a foundation.

The ideal candidate is a people-first professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, embraces innovation, and is committed to continuous growth. They will play a pivotal role in driving positive change and financial stewardship within our mission-driven organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Key Responsibilities Review and approve vendor invoices for payment

Oversee billing operations, cash receipts, and revenue reconciliation

Reconcile intercompany accounts

Review and approve bi-weekly payroll and quarterly reporting submissions

Reconcile investment accounts

Maintain fixed asset depreciation schedules

Prepare and post monthly journal entries to the general ledger

Generate and distribute monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAPPerform variance analysis communicate key drivers to senior leadership

Coordinate with grant managers to ensure compliance with funding agency requirements and timely submission of expenditure reports

Collaborate with the CFO, CEO, and leadership team to develop and monitor the annual budget

Develop financial reports, models, and projections for internal and external stakeholders

Coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit, providing work papers and documentation

Provide work papers and oversee preparation of the IRS Form 990 tax returns with the external accounting firm Prepare work papers for Medicare and Medicaid cost reports

Assist with the design and implementation of accounting practices and internal controls that satisfy audit requirements

Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of six veteran business office professionals

Provide financial education and support to department managers on budgeting and financial statement interpretation

Attend board meetings as needed, and work with the CEO, CFO, and Foundation Director on financial presentations and discussions

Participate in Leadership Development Group and special committees on occasion

Support the CFO with additional accounting functions as needed

Assist and support the Payroll Coordinator ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:
Mission & Customer Service Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.

Follows the St. John’s Guidelines for Customer Service Let the Mission be your guide

Make eye contact and smile

Greet & welcome each and every person

Seek out personal contact

Provide immediate service-listen & actUse appropriate body language at all times

Be gracious to each & every person ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:
Safety & Employee ResponsibilitiesA primary goal for employees is to return home at the end of a day healthy and injury free. An “it starts with me” attitude is important for this to happen. Employees of St. John’s United are expected to:

Obey safety rules of St. John’s United If you see a safety hazard, correct it immediately (if you can do it without risk of personal injury) or notify your supervisor immediately

Follow policies and procedures for TB testing, annual influenza vaccinations, and other organization health care protocols

Stay current on mandatory online training REQUIREMENTS:

Confident and experienced in accounting, with deep knowledge of GAAP principles, business operations, and financial technologies.

Minimum of five years in accounting, ideally within the healthcare sector or nonprofit environment.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution.

Certified Public Accountant, or actively pursuing licensure with near completion or eligibility.

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