Financial Controller

WASHINGTON COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES INC•South Barre, VT

34d•$107,000 - $112,000•Onsite

About The Position

WCMHS is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting functions of the agency. With the Assistant CFO, CFO, and Senior Management Teams you will build and maintain critical trusted relationships with leadership and external business associates. This position ensures the financial integrity of the agency by managing accurate financial records, timely reporting, and effective accounting operations that support the organization's core mission. Well-run finance and administrative departments help our teams providing services focus more on the community and less on chasing down accounting questions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting or related field with extensive accounting training, along with a minimum of five years of related experience and/or training.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, and make effective presentations to senior management, employees, or funding sources.
Strong computer literacy including Excel, Word, and Outlook, with knowledge of or ability to learn Sage Intacct Accounting Software and Paycom HRIS.
Good organizational skills and effective people skills are essential.
Ability to maintain confidentiality is critical.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the month end closing process.
Prepares for and leads the annual audit.
Conduct and analyze account reconciliations monthly.
Full understanding of the Accounting functions of WCMHS and ability to review, analyze and verify the accuracy of financial statements and documents of the agency.
Attend internal and external agency meetings and represent WCMHS accurately and professionally.
Accounting software management for the Agency.
Run, review, and analyze financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
Direct supervision experience of the Accounting Supervisor and Accounting Clerk.