Controller

JOHNSON HEALTH CENTER•Madison Heights, VA

30d•$75,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller is responsible for managing the organization’s daily financial operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in all accounting functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role oversees general ledger management, reconciliations, cash flow, accounts payable, financial reporting, and grant accounting. The Controller ensures that all financial activities are executed effectively and supports the CFO in maintaining fiscal health and internal controls.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
5+ years of accounting experience with hands-on knowledge of daily financial operations.
Strong understanding of GAAP
Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
nonprofit or grant accounting experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversees daily accounting activities, including recording, verifying, and posting financial transactions.
Manages daily bank reconciliations and ensures accurate processing of deposits.
Monitors cash flow and liquidity to ensure sufficient funds for operations.
Reconciles and resolves financial discrepancies in a timely manner.
Maintains the general ledger and ensures accuracy of journal entries and account classifications.
Leads month-end and year-end closing processes and prepares and distributes timely internal financial statements and reports.
Supports ongoing compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
Reviews biweekly payroll submissions for accuracy and compliance.
Monitors quarterly payroll tax filings and ensures alignment with regulations.
Oversees purchasing activities, including vendor setup, invoice processing, and payment scheduling.
Ensures adherence to organizational procurement policies and procedures.
Reconciles and manages federal grant funds, including Federal 330 Grant draws.
Tracks and manages fixed assets; maintains asset ledger and depreciation schedules.
Ensures accurate coding and reporting of grant-related expenses.
Prepares schedules and documentation for the annual financial audit.
Responds to auditor inquiries and implements audit recommendations.
Facilitates the submission of the annual 1099 forms and ensures other tax-related compliance.
Supervises and mentors the Accounting Assistant.
Serves as acting finance lead in the absence of the CFO.
Assists in the development and monitoring of the annual operating budget.
Conducts ad hoc financial analysis to support departmental decisions.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the CFO.
Staff member will abide by the Code of Conduct as documented in the Corporate Compliance Manual.
Must demonstrate a personal and professional commitment to Johnson Health Center and its mission.
Treats all patients and staff with dignity and respect, mindful of the cultural differences of the diverse population we serve.
Management may modify, add, or remove any job functions as necessary, or as changing organizational needs require.
Staff members must actively demonstrate dedication and commitment to the core values of JHC.
Respect – We value and respect each patient, their family, ourselves, and each other. Every individual associated with Johnson Health Center will be treated with dignity and respect. We value and respect people’s differences, show empathy to our patients, their families and each other, and work collectively to build Johnson Health Center as a health center and an employer of choice.
Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing every time. Our actions reflect our commitment to honesty, openness, truthfulness, accuracy and ethical behavior. We are accountable for the decisions we make and the outcome of those decisions.
Excellence – We will pursue excellence each and every day in activities that foster, teamwork, quality improvement, patient care, innovation, and efficiencies. At Johnson Health Center, our medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, front desk and administrative teams are passionately committed to the highest quality of care for our patients. We continually seek out ways to enhance the patient experience and promote an environment of continuous quality improvement.
Innovation – We value creativity, flexibility, and continuous improvement efforts. We are advocates and instruments of positive change, encouraging employees to engage in responsible risk-taking and working to make a difference. Out of the box thinking enables us to build on successes and learn from failures.
Teamwork – We understand that teamwork is the essence of our ability to succeed. We work across functional boundaries, for the good of the organization. Our collaborative approach ensures participation, learning and respect and serves to improve the quality of patient care. By focusing on a team-based approach, the expertise of each Johnson Health Center staff is leveraged to optimize the patient experience.