Assistant Vice President and Controller

GREATER NEW YORK HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION•New York, NY

15d•$200,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Assistant Vice President and Controller to lead the organization's accounting and financial operations. This senior leadership role is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and effective operation of the accounting function, including financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, audit, budgeting, investment accounting, and financial systems. The AVP and Controller will lead a team of accounting professionals and work closely with senior leadership. This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean organization where the Controller will have significant ownership of the financial operations. The position offers an opportunity for increasing responsibility and broader financial leadership over time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
Demonstrated experience leading accounting operations and financial reporting, with experience in a senior accounting leadership or Controller-level role.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes.
Experience with financial close, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial planning.
Experience managing external financial statement audits.
Experience with investment accounting and financial reporting, including the ability to review and understand investment statements, reconcile investment activity and returns, and assess their impact on financial statements and overall financial performance.
Experience leading and developing accounting professionals.
Experience with ERP systems.
Strong Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills.
Experience improving accounting processes, controls, financial systems, or reporting.
Demonstrated business acumen, sound judgment, and interest in developing broader financial leadership capabilities.
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

NetSuite experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the organization's accounting operations and oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
Oversee the preparation of the consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
Review general ledger activity, reconciliations, and financial reports to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and strong financial controls.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and established accounting policies and procedures.
Analyze financial results and variances and identify matters requiring management attention.
Oversee the accounting and financial reporting of the organization's investment portfolio.
Review and understand investment statements and ensure investment activity and returns are accurately recorded and reconciled.
Participate in investment-related meetings and work with external investment advisors regarding portfolio activity, performance, and financial reporting.
Oversee cash management, liquidity, banking activities, and payment processes.
Monitor cash flow and provide appropriate information regarding liquidity and financial position to senior leadership.
Lead the annual financial statement audit and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.
Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements and recommend appropriate updates to policies and practices.
Coordinate the development and preparation of the annual operating budget and support financial forecasting.
Provide accurate financial information and analysis to support organizational planning and decision-making.
Lead, develop, and motivate a team of accounting professionals.
Establish priorities and ensure effective execution of key accounting processes and deadlines.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, systems, and internal controls.
Oversee and enhance financial reporting capabilities within NetSuite.
Serve as a trusted accounting and financial operations resource to senior leadership and colleagues across the organization.

Benefits

Defined contribution 401(k) plan with nonelective employer contributions and employer match of employee’s elective contributions
Paid parental leave
Health/vision insurance, including options with employer-subsidized health savings account
Generous paid time off that increases over time and holidays including one annual floating holiday
Dental insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Health advocacy and employee assistance program
Fully sponsored membership in healthcare professional society
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee discount programs
Commuter benefits program