Financial Controller

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Topeka, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas. Finance Department Responsible for managing the organization’s money and ensuring it can sustainably provide care services. This includes creating and overseeing budgets, tracking revenue and expenses, processing payroll, and handling billing for services like hospice or home health care. They also manage payments to vendors and ensure day-to-day financial operations run smoothly. In addition, the department ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and nonprofit financial standards by preparing financial reports, audits, and tax documents. They analyze financial data to help leadership make informed decisions, plan for future growth, and maintain the organization’s financial health so it can continue serving patients and the community. Controller Manages the general ledger, supervises accounting staff, and oversees processes like accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. They are responsible for preparing financial statements, tracking budgets, and making sure all transactions are recorded correctly. The controller also leads month-end and year-end closings and ensures the organization’s financial records are audit-ready. In addition, the controller plays a key role in compliance and strategy. They ensure adherence to nonprofit and healthcare financial regulations, coordinate audits, and help develop internal controls to prevent errors or fraud. They also work closely with leadership to analyze financial data, support budgeting decisions, and help maintain the financial stability of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
Several years of progressive accounting or finance experience (including supervisory experience)
Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting
Experience managing general ledger, month-end close, and financial statements
Proficiency with accounting software and financial systems
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage deadlines and ensure accuracy in financial reporting

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
Experience in nonprofit or healthcare finance
Prior experience in a controller, assistant controller, or senior accounting leadership role
Familiarity with regulatory compliance and audit processes in healthcare or nonprofit settings
Experience developing internal controls and financial policies
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
Experience working with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning

Responsibilities

Manages the general ledger
Supervises accounting staff
Oversees processes like accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
Prepares financial statements
Tracks budgets
Ensures all transactions are recorded correctly
Leads month-end and year-end closings
Ensures the organization’s financial records are audit-ready
Ensures adherence to nonprofit and healthcare financial regulations
Coordinates audits
Helps develop internal controls to prevent errors or fraud
Works closely with leadership to analyze financial data
Supports budgeting decisions
Helps maintain the financial stability of the organization

Benefits

Health insurance options for employees and dependents
Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
Uniform Allowance Program