Controller

Hospital for Special Care•New Britain, CT

18d•Onsite

About The Position

We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work, providing exceptional care to each patient each and every day! This position requires the ability to sit, walk and stand as needed. It also requires the ability to lift/carry 1 – 10 pounds positioning as in bending, squatting, balancing, reaching and twisting. This position requires high levels of problem solving, written expression/communication, verbal expression/communication, reading/auditory comprehension and computation. This position requires the ability to work both independently as well as with others. The position requires overtime on an as needed basis. At HFSC, we are a family. Each person who is a part of our team of 1,300 employees and volunteers offers unique talents and perspectives. We all believe in keeping the same shared value of making our patients the center of what we do. By combining all of our unique skills and shared values we are able to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients. We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
5-7 years of supervisory or consulting experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of and experience with automated systems.
Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Ability to perform and supervise the performance of a variety of projects and receive unexpected high priority assignments.
Ability to resolve complex problems, which require strong analytical skills.
Ability to set objectives, delegate and prioritize workflow to meet the overall objectives or the Center.
Ability to plan, organize, supervise, train and review the work of the general accounting staff.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the functions of Center of Special Care’s Accounts Payable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Budgeting and Forecasting and all other General Ledger functions in the preparation and consolidation of monthly and annual financial statements, account analysis, and statistical reports.
Ensure all areas of the Hospital are better able to understand and monitor costs using the Cost Accounting System.
Internal and External Reporting – 990’s/1099’s/Bond/Grants/Audits and HUD Filings.
Responsible for ensuring accuracy and efficiency in each area’s day to day activities and operations.
Assists the Senior Vice President Finance/CFO as needed.
Coordinates and oversees all month end, quarter end, and year end closings to ensure timeliness, accuracy and adherence to all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Coordinates year-end audit with auditors.
Develops coordinates and monitors the yearly budget preparation and continues to modify, monitor and/or make appropriate budget changes as necessary throughout the year to respond to departmental and organizational changes.
Oversees and assists with the coordination of the complete payroll process to ensure all back – up personnel and systems are always firmly in place.
Oversees and assists with the coordination of the complete accounts payable process to ensure all back- up personnel and systems are always in place.
Responsible for filing 1099’s.
Responsible for preparing the 990 Tax Returns for the Center and its affiliates.
Oversees and provides guidance with hospital wide fixed asset system and reporting to ensure compliance to all policies and procedures.
Serves as the primary liaison for the Fiscal Department and the external audit team on year end, financial audits.
Is available to the Senior Vice President Finance/CFO for problem –solving, decision making and input into evaluations in a timely manner.