Assistant Controller

Labouré College of Healthcare

Job Description

Assistant Controller

 

Requisition ID: 1314

 
GENERAL SUMMARY

Labouré College of Healthcare, Inc. seeks a collaborative Assistant Controller with a proven record of accomplishment.  Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance and Administration, the Assistant Controller will provide day-to-day support to the Finance department.  This role will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.  


 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 Financial Reporting and Analysis:

  • Prepare journal entries, invoices, etc., and reconcile accounts for the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.
  • Help analyze financial data and generate reports for management, highlighting trends and variances.
  • Support the Vice President of Finance and Administration in managing the general ledger and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
  • Complies with all statutes, regulations, board policies, and procedures about restricted and unrestricted accounting.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

  • Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
  • Monitor actual financial performance against the budget and report variances to management.
  • Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

  • Assist in developing and implementing internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
  • Support the internal and external audit processes, including preparing audit schedules and documentation.

Accounting Operations:

  • Assist in the management of cash flow, including the monitoring of cash balances and forecasts.
  • Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
  • Audits workflow to ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized.  Participates in preparing revenue, expense, cash balance projections, financial budgets, and other specialized financial reports and analyses.
  • Recommends, implements, and administers accounting policies and procedures incorporating strong internal controls for all college, non-profit component units, and fiscal agent entities.

Team Leadership and Development:

  • Assist in training and developing team members to ensure continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information.

Special Projects:

  • Participate in special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Finance and Administration, such as system implementations, process improvements, and financial analysis.
  • Provide support in strategic initiatives as required.

 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff (Accountants I and II).
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

COMPETENCIES

  • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Accuracy and detail-oriented. 
  • Deadline driven. 
  • Time management; ability to prioritize responsibilities. 
  • Problem-solving: analyzes issues, identifies probable causes, and determines solutions. 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of operation and maintenance of complex, computer-based financial management systems.
  • Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations and college financial policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Knowledge of business management principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of advanced financial and management accounting principles, methods, and practices.
  • Knowledge of college and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
  • Ability to develop financial plans and reports, manage resources, and handle multiple, complex tasks and deadlines.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful, large financial operation.
  • Knowledge of data analysis, cost behavior, and forecasting.
  • Ability to prioritize and work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to supervise and train employees. 

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
  • Minimum three years of proven experience as an Assistant Controller.
  • Minimum three years of supervisory experience. 
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, ADP, and accounting software (e.g, Jenzabar) 
  • Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulations.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting, etc.)

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Master's Degree in Accounting 
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPA) 
  • Prior experience in higher education and non-profit environments

 

 

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