Controller

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting operations for a leading long-term care organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on financial leader who enjoys managing accounting operations while contributing to strategic financial planning and analysis. The ideal candidate is looking to grow into a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role and will work closely with executive leadership on financial strategy, budgeting, reimbursement analysis, and organizational performance

The successful candidate will have a strong background in long-term care finance, a thorough understanding of Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, and a proven ability to lead and develop an accounting team

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Please contact MICHAEL ABATE @ michael.abate@roberthalf;com for more information

Accounting & Financial Operatins

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, fixed assets, cash management, and month-end close
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and healthcare accounting standards
• Manage account reconciliations and oversee all balance sheet activies
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports, key performance indicators (KPIs), and variance analyses to senior leadership
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial modeling and operational analysis
• Monitor cash flow and recommend strategies to improve financial performance

Reimbursement & Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain a strong understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party reimbursement methodologies
• Collaborate with clinical and reimbursement teams to monitor reimbursement performance and optimize revenue
• Support cost reporting and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations
• Stay current on reimbursement changes affecting the long-term care industry

Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Establish priorities, streamline processes, and improve operational efficiencies
• Partner with department leaders to support sound financial decision-making across the organization

Strategic Growth

• work closely with the CFO and executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives
• Participate in acquisitions, system implementations, process improvements, and other organizational projects as needed
• Develop the leadership and financial expertise necessary to advance into a future CFO role

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience, preferably within a long-term care, skilled nursing, or post-acute healthcare environments
• Demonstrated experience managing an accounting team
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, reimbursement methodologies, and healthcare financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end close processes
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting software
• .Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or MBA
• Experience with multi-facility healthcare organizations
• Experience with healthcare cost reporting and reimbursement analysis
• Proven success implementing process improvements and financial systems