Assistant Controller

Griffin Health Services Corporation•Derby, CT

45d

About The Position

We're looking for an Assistant Controller to join our Finance Department Team at Griffin Health. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for assisting in completing the month end financial close for the entire Griffin Health System.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting [REQUIRED]
Minimum of 5 years accounting experience required and experience in healthcare or public accounting experience [REQUIRED]
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting
Experience working with general ledger (GL) systems and/or budgeting software, preferably Meditech or other similar major GL systems, Strata or other similar budgeting software
Advanced computer skills required particularly with Word and Excel including experience with sorting, importing, exporting and manipulating large data files
Very detail oriented with strong interpersonal skills
Capable of working under tight time frame to complete the monthly financial close

Nice To Haves

CPA licensure [PREFERED]

Responsibilities

Assist in ensuring timely and accurate monthly financial reporting and quarterly bond reporting requirements.
Assist Controller in the responsibility for the full cycle of accounting operations including monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
Assist the Controller in ensuring that all company accounting controls and systems comply with GAAP and best practices.
Review and/or prepare reconciliations of general ledger accounts and monthly journal entries.
Review and/or prepare analysis and reconciliation of numerous bank accounts and GL account activity ensuring timely and accurate recording of transactions and corrections.
Train and support accounting staff.
Assist in the treasury management function of the Health System.
Assist all Administrators with accounting related questions.
Assist in the preparation of annual operating budgets.
Prepare ad-hoc analysis and provide support documentation to information requests from Senior Management.
Assist in coordination of deliverables for the financial and retirement plan audits, as well as, Form 990 tax preparation.
Maintains documentation in compliance with organizational and program standards.
Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
Complete other special projects as requested.