Assistant Controller

Description We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of a healthcare organization. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting specialist who can oversee core close activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute practical financial guidance to leadership. The position also offers the opportunity to guide accounting staff and help maintain a strong control environment across day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities:

- Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting activities.

- Prepare and evaluate financial statements, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting account analysis for reporting integrity.

- Assist with external and internal audit activities, budgeting efforts, routine financial reporting, and oversight of cash-related processes.

- Provide day-to-day leadership to accounting team members, including coaching, workload coordination, and career development support.

- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and reinforce internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.

- Collaborate with organizational leadership to deliver financial analysis, highlight trends, and support informed decision-making.

- Act as a key resource for departmental operations and provide coverage for the Controller when necessary. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.

- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.

- Demonstrated background in month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and audit support.

- Prior experience leading or supervising accounting personnel is preferred.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

- Experience with in nonprofit, healthcare, or government-funded accounting environments is advantageous.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills.

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